Burke Centre Section 11b Dam
Key Takeaway
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059040 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burke Centre Section 11b Dam?
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Burke Centre Section 11b Dam?
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam is owned by Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Burke Centre Section 11b Dam?
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam 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 Burke Centre Section 11b Dam?
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Burke Centre Section 11b Dam last inspected?
Burke Centre Section 11b Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.