Hunt Country Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunt Country Farms Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 88.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 371 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA089039 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hunt Country Farms Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunt Country Farms Dam?
Hunt Country Farms Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hunt Country Farms Dam?
Hunt Country Farms Dam is owned by Hunt Country Farms Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hunt Country Farms Dam?
Hunt Country Farms 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 Hunt Country Farms Dam?
Hunt Country Farms Dam has a dam height of 42 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.
When was Hunt Country Farms Dam last inspected?
Hunt Country Farms Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.