High Mountain Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
High Mountain Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 431 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA061048 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mary S Braga
Private
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What is the hazard classification of High Mountain Farm Dam?
High Mountain Farm Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates High Mountain Farm Dam?
High Mountain Farm Dam is owned by Mary S Braga (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of High Mountain Farm Dam?
High Mountain Farm 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 High Mountain Farm Dam?
High Mountain Farm Dam has a dam height of 34 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.