Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2
Key Takeaway
Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 26.8% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059062 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Reston Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2?
Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 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 Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2?
Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 is owned by Reston Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2?
Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 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 Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2?
Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 has a dam height of 20 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.