National Dam Safety Program. Whites Dam (Inventory Number VA-00327), James River Basin, Albermarle County, State of Virginia. Phase I Inspection Report.

Abstract

The purpose of a Phase I investigation is to identify expeditiously those dams which may pose hazards to human life or property. The assessment of the general conditions of the dam is based upon available data and visual inspections. Detailed investigation and analyses involving topographic mapping, subsurface investigations, testing, and detailed computational evaluations are beyond the scope of a Phase I investigation; however, the investigation is intended to identify any need for such studies. Based upon the field conditions at the time of the field inspection and all available engineering data, the Phase I report addresses the hydraulic, hydrologic, geologic, geotechnic, and structural aspects of the dam. The engineering techniques employed give a reasonably accurate assessment of the conditions of the dam. Phase I reports include project information, all existing engineering data, operational procedures, hydraulic/hydrologic data of the watershed, dam stability, visual inspection report and an assessment including required remedial measures.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA077466

Entities

People

  • James A. Walsh

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Agriculture
  • Classification
  • Dams
  • Drainage Basins
  • Embankments
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Hand Cranks
  • Inspection
  • New York
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Soils
  • United States
  • Visual Inspection
  • Warning Systems

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

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  • Hydrologic Risk Analysis and Mitigation.