Burnt Quarter Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stokes Dam Colemans Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Burnt Quarter Dam, also known as Wheelers Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Dinwiddie, Virginia, near Petersburg.
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Summary
The dam is primarily used for irrigation purposes and also offers recreational opportunities. It stands at a height of 23.6 feet and spans a length of 300 feet, with a storage capacity of 1135 acre-feet and a surface area of 67 acres.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, Burnt Quarter Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Despite a satisfactory condition assessment in 2012, the hazard potential is currently deemed undetermined, with a moderate risk rating. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 20 feet, and the dam sits on a foundation listed as unlisted/unknown.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Burnt Quarter Dam to be a fascinating structure for its role in irrigation and recreation, as well as its location in the Chamberlain Bed Creek watershed. With its unique design as an earth dam with buttress core types, the dam provides an essential water management function in the region while also offering potential for outdoor activities. As efforts continue to monitor and assess the dam's safety and risk levels, its significance in the local water resource infrastructure remains a topic of interest for those passionate about sustainable water management practices.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
23.6 |
River Or Stream |
Chamberlain Bed Creek - VAHU6 CU22 Stony Creek - Chamberlains Bed |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
67 |
Drainage Area |
3.75 |
Nid Storage |
1135 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Stony Creek Near Dinwiddie
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14cfs |
Appomattox River At Matoaca
|
539cfs |
Nottoway River Near Rawlings
|
165cfs |
Deep Creek Near Mannboro
|
111cfs |
Nottoway River Near Stony Creek
|
542cfs |
Appomattox River At Mattoax
|
247cfs |
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.
Burnt Quarter Dam