Hillside Circle Dam

Howser Branch tributary· Loudoun, Virginia· Other· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Hillside Circle Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA107055

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Barclay Ridge Property Owners Association, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hillside Circle Dam?

Hillside Circle Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hillside Circle Dam?

Hillside Circle Dam is owned by Barclay Ridge Property Owners Association, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hillside Circle Dam?

Hillside Circle 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 Hillside Circle Dam?

Hillside Circle Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hillside Circle Dam last inspected?

Hillside Circle Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.