Whitetail Trails Dam # 2

Unnamed tributary to Snail Creek - VAHU6 CU01 Nottoway River - Dry Creek· Prince Edward, Virginia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whitetail Trails Dam # 2 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA147045

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

Doulas R Spencer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whitetail Trails Dam # 2?

Whitetail Trails Dam # 2 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 Whitetail Trails Dam # 2?

Whitetail Trails Dam # 2 is owned by Doulas R Spencer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whitetail Trails Dam # 2?

Whitetail Trails Dam # 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Whitetail Trails Dam # 2?

Whitetail Trails Dam # 2 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.

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.