Whippoorwill Dam, located in Rappahannock, Virginia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Humidity
This earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 590 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 439 acre-feet. The dam regulates the flow of TR-Big Branch and covers a surface area of 21.6 acres within a drainage area of 1.42 square miles.
Despite its recreational focus, Whippoorwill Dam has a high hazard potential and was last inspected in October 2014, with a condition assessment that remains unrated. The dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia and falls under state jurisdiction, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are currently unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-Big Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
1.42 |
Nid Storage |
439 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
34 |
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Range View Cabin
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Mathews Arm - Shenandoah National Park
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Mathews Arm Campground
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Mathews Arm
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Shenandoah River - Guest State Park
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