Wade Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Wade Dam #2, located in Halifax, Virginia, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Standing at 30 feet tall and stretching 350 feet in length, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 62.52 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 47.3 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, it is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

Owned by a private entity, Wade Dam #2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, serving as a key infrastructure for irrigation purposes. The dam's location in Halifax County, Virginia, highlights its significance in ensuring water availability for agricultural activities and other uses in the area. With a spacious surface area of 4.38 acres, the dam contributes to the conservation of water resources in the region.

Despite its undetermined hazard potential, Wade Dam #2 remains an essential structure for water storage and management in Halifax County. As it continues to be regulated by the state authorities and undergo regular inspections, the dam stands as a vital asset for maintaining water security and supporting various activities that rely on its irrigation capabilities. With its strategic location and storage capacity, Wade Dam #2 plays a crucial role in the local water resource and climate landscape.

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

30

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.38

Hydraulic Height

30

Nid Storage

62.52

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.