Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77
Key Takeaway
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059051 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77?
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 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 Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77?
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 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 Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77?
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 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 Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77?
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 has a dam height of 26 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 Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 last inspected?
Fairfax Center Regional Swm Pond #D77 was last inspected on August 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.