Harrington Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrington Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA019017 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Harrington Dam?
Harrington 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 Harrington Dam?
Harrington Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harrington Dam?
Harrington Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrington Dam?
Harrington Dam has a dam height of 20 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.