Whittaker Lake Dam

trib. Shellbank Creek· James City, Virginia· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whittaker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA095001

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Governor's Land Foundation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whittaker Lake Dam?

Whittaker Lake 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 Whittaker Lake Dam?

Whittaker Lake Dam is owned by Governor's Land Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whittaker Lake Dam?

Whittaker Lake Dam 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 Whittaker Lake Dam?

Whittaker Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Whittaker Lake Dam last inspected?

Whittaker Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 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.