Bultje Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bardens Dam Amelia County Dam # 14
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bultje Dam, located in Amelia, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 20 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 223 acre-feet. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of condition assessment rating, the dam remains under regular inspection and enforcement by state authorities to ensure public safety.
While the exact year of completion and other specific details about the dam are not provided, its presence in the Norfolk District signifies its significance in water resource management in the region. With a focus on recreation, Bultje Dam offers opportunities for outdoor activities and serves as a local landmark for residents and visitors to enjoy. The dam's location along the waterways of Virginia adds to the overall charm and appeal of the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Bultje are crucial for mitigating risks and ensuring their long-term functionality. With its modest size and recreational focus, Bultje Dam represents a microcosm of the broader challenges and opportunities in managing water resources in a changing climate landscape.
Dam Height |
20 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
223 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
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 |
James River At Cartersville
|
2090cfs |
Buffalo Creek Near Hampden Sydney
|
24cfs |
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.
Bultje Dam