Picture Dam

PICTURE BRANCH· Dinwiddie, Virginia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Picture Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage567 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Drainage Area4 sq mi
NID IDVA053003

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Picture Lake Development, LLC;Virginia Motorsports Park, LC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Picture Dam?

Picture Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Picture Dam?

Picture Dam is owned by Picture Lake Development, LLC;Virginia Motorsports Park, LC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Picture Dam?

Picture Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Picture Dam?

Picture Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Picture Dam last inspected?

Picture Dam was last inspected on February 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.