Lake Anne Dam

TR-Colvin Run· Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 47 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Anne 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	47 ft (taller than 92% in VA)
Dam Length	590 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	745 acre-ft
Normal Storage	363 acre-ft

Surface Area	25 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	VA059009

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: February 15, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Reston Association;Reston Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Anne Dam?

Lake Anne 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 Lake Anne Dam?

Lake Anne Dam is owned by Reston Association;Reston Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Anne Dam?

Lake Anne Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Anne Dam?

Lake Anne Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Lake Anne Dam last inspected?

Lake Anne Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2023. 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.