Whittington Dam
Key Takeaway
Whittington Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA007013 |
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
Juan W. Whittington;Juan Whittington
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whittington Dam?
Whittington 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 Whittington Dam?
Whittington Dam is owned by Juan W. Whittington;Juan Whittington (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Whittington Dam?
Whittington Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whittington Dam?
Whittington Dam has a dam height of 27 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.