Pintler Dam

Henry, Virginia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pintler Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 74.1% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA089026

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Peter and Robin Pintler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pintler Dam?

Pintler 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 Pintler Dam?

Pintler Dam is owned by Peter and Robin Pintler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pintler Dam?

Pintler 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 Pintler Dam?

Pintler Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Pintler Dam last inspected?

Pintler Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.