Walker'S Dam

Chickahominy· Charles City, Virginia· Concrete· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Walker'S Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA)
Dam Length1,480 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage7.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.2K acre-ft
Surface Area420 acres
Drainage Area100 sq mi
NID IDVA127015

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

City of Newport News - Waterworks Department

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Walker'S Dam?

Walker'S Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Walker'S Dam?

Walker'S Dam is owned by City of Newport News - Waterworks Department (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Walker'S Dam?

Walker'S Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Walker'S Dam?

Walker'S Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Walker'S Dam last inspected?

Walker'S Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. 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.