Winston Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Winston Lake 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 | 28 ft (taller than 60.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA760011 |
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
St.Michael's Episcopal School
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winston Lake Dam?
Winston Lake 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 Winston Lake Dam?
Winston Lake Dam is owned by St.Michael's Episcopal School (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Winston Lake Dam?
Winston Lake 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 Winston Lake Dam?
Winston Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Winston Lake Dam last inspected?
Winston Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.