Whittles Mill Dam
Whittles Mill Dam is a gravity dam located in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Whittles Mill Dam
The primary purpose of Whittles Mill Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Town Of South Hill (local government). It impounds the Meherrin River - Vahu6 Cm09 Meherrin River - Crooked Creek near South Hill.
The dam stands 15 feet tall and stretches 205 feet across, has a maximum storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 306 square miles.
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Undetermined HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Mecklenburg |
| Nearest City | South Hill |
| River/Stream | Meherrin River - Vahu6 Cm09 Meherrin River - Crooked Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.80180, -78.16890 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 306 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Town of South Hill |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA117006 |
| Federal ID | VA117006 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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