Water Country Dam

York, Virginia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA199025

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Busch Gardens Williamsburg;Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Water Country Dam?

Water Country 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 Water Country Dam?

Water Country Dam is owned by Busch Gardens Williamsburg;Busch Gardens Williamsburg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Water Country Dam?

Water Country 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 Water Country Dam?

Water Country Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Water Country Dam last inspected?

Water Country Dam was last inspected on July 5, 2022. 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.