Williams Island Dam is a gravity dam located in Richmond City, Virginia, built in 1905. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 7 ft7 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic concrete gravity section and the water level is illustrative.
About Williams Island Dam
The primary purpose of Williams Island 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 City of Richmond (local government). It impounds the James River.
The dam stands 7 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 280 acre-feet. Completed in 1905, the structure is over a century old.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Richmond City |
| River/Stream | James River |
| Coordinates | 37.55850, -77.52670 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Richmond |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA760002 |
| Federal ID | VA760002 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |