Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment

Tributary to Pohick Creek· Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 56.5% in VA)
Dam Length1,890 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage216 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA059052

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

Norfolk Southern Railroad & Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment?

Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment 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 Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment?

Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment is owned by Norfolk Southern Railroad & 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 Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment?

Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment 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 Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment?

Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment has a dam height of 27 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.