F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6
Key Takeaway
F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059107 |
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
Fairfax County Water Authority
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6?
F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6 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 F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6?
F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6 is owned by Fairfax County Water Authority (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6?
F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6 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 F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6?
F.P. Griffith Water Plant Stormwater Outflow #6 has a dam height of 22 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.