Winton Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Winton Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 373 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA009018 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Winton Farm, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winton Country Club Dam?
Winton Country Club Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Winton Country Club Dam?
Winton Country Club Dam is owned by Winton Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Winton Country Club Dam?
Winton Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Winton Country Club Dam?
Winton Country Club Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Winton Country Club Dam last inspected?
Winton Country Club Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.