Lake Whitehurst Dam

Virginia — Norfolk County — Little Creek - VAHU6 CB26 Lower Chesapeake Bay - Little Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyNorfolk
RiverLittle Creek - VAHU6 CB26 Lower Chesapeake Bay - Little Creek
Coordinates36.91040, -76.18690

Physical Characteristics

NID Height26 ft
Dam Height26 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
NID Storage4,200 acre-ft
Max Storage4,200 acre-ft
Surface Area480 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 7, 2021
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerCity of Norfolk, Department of Utilities

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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