Amelia County Dam # 15 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Amelia County Dam # 15, located in Amelia County, Virginia, is a state-regulated dam with a height of 22 feet and a length of 500 feet.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This dam contributes to the storage of 192.63 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage capacity of 107.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 15.3 acres. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is inspected annually to ensure its safety and functionality.
Owned by an unspecified entity, Amelia County Dam # 15 falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. The dam's purpose, primary dam type, and associated structures are not specified in the data. While the dam's risk assessment, emergency action plan, and inundation maps are not documented, its emergency contacts and management measures remain unaddressed. With its precise geographical coordinates of 37.3782 latitude and -77.9405 longitude, this dam stands as a crucial water resource infrastructure within the Norfolk District.
Amelia County Dam # 15 is a significant structure in the water resource landscape of Virginia, serving the local community and contributing to water storage and management efforts. While the dam's risk potential and condition assessment remain undetermined, its regular inspections and state enforcement ensure ongoing safety and compliance. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, monitoring and advocating for the maintenance and improvement of dams like Amelia County Dam # 15 is essential to safeguarding water resources and infrastructure for future generations.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
22 |
Surface Area |
15.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
192.63 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
309cfs |
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
96cfs |
Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills
|
3cfs |
James River At Cartersville
|
2090cfs |
James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond
|
131cfs |
James River Near Richmond
|
1810cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Amelia County Dam # 15