James River
Chesterfield Lifts Voluntary Water Restrictions
Chesterfield County and neighboring localities lifted one-month-old voluntary water restrictions on August 4, 2026, after James River flows recovered above conservation thresholds.
Toxic Wastewater Leaks From Bankrupt Chesterfield Landfill
A bankrupt Chesterfield landfill is generating 65,000 gallons of toxic leachate daily, with state officials estimating a $173 million cleanup effort as the investigation continues into contamination flowing toward Swift Creek and the James River.
Chesterfield Asked to Conserve Water Amid Dry Conditions
Chesterfield County residents and businesses are asked to voluntarily reduce water consumption as drought conditions lower the James River, which supplies water to six regional counties.
New Boat Launch Coming to Falling Creek
Chesterfield County Parks will build a new boat launch and parking facility at Falling Creek on the James River, replacing the current launch at Dutch Gap, with completion expected in summer 2028.
County Urges Voluntary Water Conservation Starting Today
Chesterfield County and five surrounding jurisdictions are asking residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce outdoor water use starting July 1 as extreme drought lowers James River levels.
Developer to Begin Phillips Landing Subdivision Work
Developer Rogers-Chenault won rezoning approval in May 2026 for Phillips Landing, its first Chesterfield County subdivision south of the James River, and will start infrastructure work next year on the 50-lot, 337-acre project.
Chesterfield private landfill files for bankruptcy
Shoosmith Landfill in Chesterfield County has filed for bankruptcy, leaving an estimated $173 million environmental cleanup burden and raising questions about financial responsibility and water safety.
Tall Ships Sail Into Chesterfield for 250th Celebration
Chesterfield County kicked off its 250th anniversary celebration with tall ships passing Henricus Historical Park on June 11, part of the broader Sail250 Virginia maritime festival.