White Dam

Charles City, Virginia· 9 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

White Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 1.3% in VA)
Dam Length275 ft
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDVA036008

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Robert M White

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of White Dam?

White 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 White Dam?

White Dam is owned by Robert M White (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is White Dam?

White Dam has a dam height of 9 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.

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.