Reston Section 43 Swm Facility
Key Takeaway
Reston Section 43 Swm Facility is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059076 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Smith Property Holdings
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reston Section 43 Swm Facility?
Reston Section 43 Swm Facility 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 Reston Section 43 Swm Facility?
Reston Section 43 Swm Facility is owned by Smith Property Holdings (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Reston Section 43 Swm Facility?
Reston Section 43 Swm Facility serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reston Section 43 Swm Facility?
Reston Section 43 Swm Facility has a dam height of 26 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.