Sleeter Lake Dam

North Fork Goose Creek· Loudoun, Virginia· Earth· 55 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sleeter Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation. 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	55 ft (taller than 94.7% in VA)
Dam Length	1,100 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	3.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.8K acre-ft

Surface Area	120 acres
Drainage Area	10 sq mi
NID ID	VA107010

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: June 25, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Round Hill Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sleeter Lake Dam?

Sleeter Lake 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 Sleeter Lake Dam?

Sleeter Lake Dam is owned by Round Hill Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sleeter Lake Dam?

Sleeter Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sleeter Lake Dam?

Sleeter Lake Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Sleeter Lake Dam last inspected?

Sleeter Lake 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.