Fox Lair Regional Pond Embankment
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 Length | 1,890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059052 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Norfolk Southern Railroad & Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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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.