Brookfield Park Dam

Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Brookfield Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 78.3% in VA)
Dam Length235 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA059003

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Fairfax County Park Authority

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brookfield Park Dam?

Brookfield Park Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Brookfield Park Dam?

Brookfield Park Dam is owned by Fairfax County Park Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Brookfield Park Dam?

Brookfield Park Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Brookfield Park Dam last inspected?

Brookfield Park Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.