Hope Parkway Dam

TR-Tuscarora Creek· Loudoun, Virginia· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hope Parkway Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation. 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	30 ft (taller than 67.7% in VA)
Dam Length	450 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	129 acre-ft
Normal Storage	36 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	VA107036

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: July 8, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

East Stratford Residential Community Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hope Parkway Dam?

Hope Parkway 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 Hope Parkway Dam?

Hope Parkway Dam is owned by East Stratford Residential Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hope Parkway Dam?

Hope Parkway Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hope Parkway Dam?

Hope Parkway Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Hope Parkway Dam last inspected?

Hope Parkway Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2021. 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.