Dulles Corner Lake Dam

Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Dulles Corner Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA)
Dam Length109 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA059048

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 2, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Dulles Corner Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dulles Corner Lake Dam?

Dulles Corner Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dulles Corner Lake Dam?

Dulles Corner Lake Dam is owned by Dulles Corner Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dulles Corner Lake Dam?

Dulles Corner Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dulles Corner Lake Dam?

Dulles Corner Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dulles Corner Lake Dam last inspected?

Dulles Corner Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. 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.