Gretchen Watkins Dam
Key Takeaway
Gretchen Watkins Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA003224 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GRETCHEN M BINARD WATKINS REV TRUST;WATKINS, GRETCHEN M BINARD TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gretchen Watkins Dam?
Gretchen Watkins Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gretchen Watkins Dam?
Gretchen Watkins Dam is owned by GRETCHEN M BINARD WATKINS REV TRUST;WATKINS, GRETCHEN M BINARD TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Gretchen Watkins Dam?
Gretchen Watkins Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.