Whitakers Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barnard Dam Amelia County Dam # 20
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Whitakers Dam in Amelia, Virginia is a privately-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 325 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Located within the Norfolk District, Whitakers Dam has an undetermined hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite this, the dam remains in operation and is subject to regular inspections with a frequency of once per year. Emergency action plans and risk management measures have not been documented for the dam, indicating a potential area for improvement in ensuring the safety and resilience of the structure.
Overall, Whitakers Dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the region, providing water storage and distribution for agricultural purposes. As a privately-owned facility, it plays a key role in water management within the state of Virginia. With its close monitoring and regulation by state agencies, Whitakers Dam continues to fulfill its purpose while also highlighting the importance of maintaining infrastructure for water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
96cfs |
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
309cfs |
Appomattox River At Farmville
|
135cfs |
Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills
|
3cfs |
Nottoway River Near Rawlings
|
157cfs |
James River At Cartersville
|
2090cfs |
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.
Whitakers Dam