J. T. Burton Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Burton Dam Powell Farm Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
T. Burton Dam, located on the TR-Bannister River in Halifax, Virginia, is a state-regulated earth dam with a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 46 acre-feet. While the dam's primary purpose is not listed, it is designed to serve the surrounding area for water resource management. The dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, ensuring that it is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity and safety.
Owned by an unspecified entity, J. T. Burton Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment but is deemed to have an undetermined hazard potential. Despite lacking specific information on its maintenance and emergency preparedness, the dam remains a key piece of infrastructure in the region. With its presence on the TR-Bannister River, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and climate resilience efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining such structures for the protection of communities and ecosystems.
While the specifics of J. T. Burton Dam's construction and management remain unclear, its significance in water resource management and climate adaptation cannot be understated. As climate change intensifies the need for sustainable water practices, dams like J. T. Burton play a vital role in ensuring water security for local populations. Continued oversight and investment in dam infrastructure will be crucial to safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BANNISTER RIVER |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
46 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Banister River At Halifax
|
177cfs |
Dan River At South Boston
|
1100cfs |
Roanoke (Staunton) River At Randolph
|
1080cfs |
Hyco River Near Denniston
|
143cfs |
Mayo Cr Nr Bethel Hill
|
5cfs |
Dan River At Paces
|
1080cfs |
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.
J. T. Burton Dam