Aol Dam No. 2

Broad Run tributary· Loudoun, Virginia· Other· 17 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Aol Dam No. 2 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.7% in VA)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage51 acre-ft
NID IDVA107080

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

America Online, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Aol Dam No. 2?

Aol Dam No. 2 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 Aol Dam No. 2?

Aol Dam No. 2 is owned by America Online, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Aol Dam No. 2?

Aol Dam No. 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Aol Dam No. 2?

Aol Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 17 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.