Farmwell Hunt Dam

Beaverdam Run tributary· Loudoun, Virginia· Other· 20 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Farmwell Hunt Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA107061

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

Farmwell Hunt Hoa;Farmwell Hunt Homeowners Association (multiple owners)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Farmwell Hunt Dam?

Farmwell Hunt Dam 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 Farmwell Hunt Dam?

Farmwell Hunt Dam is owned by Farmwell Hunt Hoa;Farmwell Hunt Homeowners Association (multiple owners) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Farmwell Hunt Dam?

Farmwell Hunt 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 Farmwell Hunt Dam?

Farmwell Hunt 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.

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.