Hickory Tree Farm Dam

Burnt Mill Run· Fauquier, Virginia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Hickory Tree Farm Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
NID IDVA061028

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

Burnt Mill Farm, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hickory Tree Farm Dam?

Hickory Tree Farm 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 Hickory Tree Farm Dam?

Hickory Tree Farm Dam is owned by Burnt Mill Farm, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hickory Tree Farm Dam?

Hickory Tree Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hickory Tree Farm Dam?

Hickory Tree Farm Dam has a dam height of 19 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.