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Located in Albemarle, Virginia, the Hunt Country Dam, also known as the Wingate Dam, is a private recreational earth dam that spans the TR-MECHUMPS CREEK.
With a height of 36 feet and a length of 380 feet, the dam provides a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.29 square miles. It has a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 96 acre-feet.
Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, the Hunt Country Dam is deemed low hazard potential and is currently not rated for condition assessment. The last inspection took place in August 2016, with a frequency of once a year. While the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, it is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure safety and compliance.
Despite lacking detailed information on construction and modification history, the Hunt Country Dam remains an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure. The dam, nestled in a picturesque natural setting, offers a valuable recreational space while also highlighting the importance of proper dam management for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MECHUMPS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Girl Scout Camp
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Loft Mountain - Shenandoah National Park
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Loft Mountain Campground
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Dundo
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Hiker Camping
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Lewis Mountain Campground
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Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary'S Wilderness Boundary
North River Campground To Camp May Flather
Headwaters To Farmville
Bixler Bridge On State Route 675 To Karo Landing, Approximately 6 Miles South Of Town Of Front Royal