Amelia Dam, also known as Amelia Fishing Lake or Lake Amelia Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Farmville, Virginia.
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This earth dam, primarily designed for recreational purposes, stands at a height of 38 feet and spans a length of 880 feet. With a storage capacity of 743 acre-feet, the dam holds back an unnamed tributary to the Appomattox River - Bent Creek VAHU6 JA21, covering a surface area of 102 acres.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Amelia Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet, and it is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there are no emergency action plans in place as of the last review in 2014. Overall, Amelia Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering opportunities for fishing and water-based activities while ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed tributary to Appomattox River - Bent Creek VAHU6 JA21 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
102 |
Drainage Area |
2.12 |
Nid Storage |
743 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
309cfs |
Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills
|
3cfs |
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
96cfs |
James River At Cartersville
|
2090cfs |
James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond
|
131cfs |
James River Near Richmond
|
1810cfs |