Lawrence Dam

TR-North Fork Goose Creek· Loudoun, Virginia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lawrence Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.5% in VA)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA107033

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: June 25, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Martin Lawrence Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lawrence Dam?

Lawrence 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 Lawrence Dam?

Lawrence Dam is owned by Martin Lawrence Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lawrence Dam?

Lawrence 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 Lawrence Dam?

Lawrence Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lawrence Dam last inspected?

Lawrence Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2020. 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.