Laurel Hill Lake Dam

Giles Run tributary· Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Laurel Hill Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in VA)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA059096

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

Fairfax County Park Authority

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Hill Lake Dam?

Laurel Hill Lake 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 Laurel Hill Lake Dam?

Laurel Hill Lake Dam is owned by Fairfax County Park Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Hill Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Laurel Hill Lake Dam?

Laurel Hill Lake 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.

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.