Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam
Key Takeaway
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059047 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam?
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam?
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam 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 Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam?
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm 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 Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam?
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam last inspected?
Hampton Forest Section 4 Swm Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.