Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional

Dogue Creek tributary· Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 43 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional 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 43 ft (taller than 89.5% in VA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA059050

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: September 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional?

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional 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 Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional?

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional 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 Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional?

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional 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 Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional?

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional has a dam height of 43 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 Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional last inspected?

Kingstowne Swm Dp #4 Regional was last inspected on September 14, 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.