Whites / Roseland Farm Dam

SLABTOWN BRANCH· Albemarle, Virginia· Built 1971· Earth· 37 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Whites / Roseland Farm Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 83.5% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDVA003148

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: December 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Roseland Farm, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whites / Roseland Farm Dam?

Whites / Roseland Farm 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 Whites / Roseland Farm Dam?

Whites / Roseland Farm Dam is owned by Roseland Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Whites / Roseland Farm Dam built?

Whites / Roseland Farm Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Whites / Roseland Farm Dam?

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

How tall is Whites / Roseland Farm Dam?

Whites / Roseland Farm Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Whites / Roseland Farm Dam last inspected?

Whites / Roseland Farm Dam was last inspected on December 14, 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.