Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam

Fairfax, Virginia· Earth· 17 ft tall
High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. 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 17 ft (taller than 17.7% in VA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVA059046

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: May 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam?

Pulte Mclean 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 Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam?

Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam is owned by Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam?

Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam last inspected?

Pulte Mclean Swm Pond Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2022. 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.