Lake Whitehurst Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Whitehurst Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 480 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA710002 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Norfolk, Department of Utilities
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Whitehurst Dam?
Lake Whitehurst Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Whitehurst Dam?
Lake Whitehurst Dam is owned by City of Norfolk, Department of Utilities (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Whitehurst Dam?
Lake Whitehurst Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Whitehurst Dam?
Lake Whitehurst Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Whitehurst Dam last inspected?
Lake Whitehurst Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.