Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam 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 | 18 ft (taller than 20.3% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA107129 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Arcadia Communities, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam?
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond 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 Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam?
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam is owned by Arcadia Communities, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam?
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam 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 Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam?
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam last inspected?
Leesburg South Regional Swm Pond Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.