Whitlow Dam dam
Whitlow Dam
Whitlow Dam, located in Halifax, Virginia, is a private dam regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Standing at 26 feet tall and stretching 350 feet in length, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including irrigation and other activities. With a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet, Whitlow Dam covers a surface area of 5.3 acres and is situated within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated condition assessment, Whitlow Dam remains an essential water resource for the region. With state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight in place, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. While details on its construction year and modifications are currently unavailable, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment are also pending further updates.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Whitlow Dam to be a fascinating structure, showcasing the intersection of human engineering and natural resource management. As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, this private dam highlights the importance of proper regulatory oversight and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region. With its prime location in Halifax, Virginia, Whitlow Dam serves as a key player in irrigation and other water-related activities, contributing to the overall environmental and economic well-being of the area.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Whitlow Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dan River At Paces | 664 cfs | → |
| Hyco River Near Denniston | 143 cfs | → |
| Hyco R Bl Abay D Nr Mcgehees Mill | 4 cfs | → |
| Dan River At South Boston | 661 cfs | → |
| Mayo Cr Nr Bethel Hill | 4 cfs | → |
| Banister River At Halifax | 103 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Whitlow Dam.
Boat launches
- Maple Avenue 556, South Boston
- Neal's Store Road 854, Roxboro
- Highway 62, Milton
- Carters Point Road Mecklenburg County
- Scuffletown Road Charlotte County
- Occoneechee Park Road 1198, Mecklenburg County
Campgrounds
- Staunton River State Park
- Buffalo Landing - Kerr Reservoir
- Longwood Rec Area - Kerr Reservoir
- Occoneechee State Park
- Equestrian Campground
Fishing spots
Track Whitlow Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Whitlow Dam
Where does the data for Whitlow Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Whitlow Dam.