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Located in Amherst, Virginia, Earley Dam, also known as Earley Lake, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
This earth dam stands at a height of 33.57 feet and spans a length of 587 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 547.8 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 30 acres for activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Earley Dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by state regulatory agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1116.9 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for Earley Dam is deemed moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures.
Earley Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities in the heart of Amherst. With its tranquil waters and scenic surroundings, this dam serves as a vital water resource and a popular destination for locals and visitors alike who appreciate the intersection of natural beauty and human engineering in the context of climate and water conservation.
Dam Length |
587 |
Dam Height |
33.57 |
River Or Stream |
Rocky Creek - VAHU6 JM31 Buffalo River - Rocky Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.9 |
Nid Storage |
553.73 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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James River State Park
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Otter Creek - Blue Ridge Parkway
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Otter Creek Recreation Area
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Oronoco
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Holliday Lake State Park
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Glen Maury Park
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Headwaters To Farmville
1 Mile Southeast Of Buchanan (At End Of Nfs Land) To Snowden Dam Reservoir
Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary'S Wilderness Boundary
Top Of Apple Orchards Falls To Confluence Of North Creek With Jennings Creek
Segment A--Route 42 Bridge To Confluence With Jackson River