Talbot Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hughes Dam Cliborne Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Talbot Dam is a privately owned structure located in Halifax, Virginia, regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 315 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures are not specified, but it is designed to handle a maximum storage of 73 acre-feet and normal storage of 36 acre-feet.
Despite being undetermined in terms of hazard potential and not rated for condition assessment, Talbot Dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of once per year. Emergency action plans and risk assessments are not currently prepared or updated for the dam, and it is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam's location, spillway type, and drainage area are unspecified, but its coordinates are 36.8498° N, -78.9205° W.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in Talbot Dam for its role in water storage and management in Virginia. The dam's regulatory oversight, structural specifications, and storage capacity offer valuable insights into the region's water infrastructure. Further research into the dam's associated structures, emergency preparedness measures, and risk management strategies could provide a comprehensive understanding of its impact on the local hydrology and surrounding environment.
Dam Length |
315 |
Dam Height |
22 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Banister River At Halifax
|
177cfs |
Dan River At South Boston
|
1100cfs |
Roanoke (Staunton) River At Randolph
|
1080cfs |
Roanoke (Staunton) River At Brookneal
|
906cfs |
Dan River At Paces
|
1080cfs |
Cub Creek At Phenix
|
44cfs |
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.
Talbot Dam