Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| NID ID | VA059106 |
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
Reston Home Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam?
Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam 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 Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam?
Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam is owned by Reston Home Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam?
Walnut Branch Road Detention 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 Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam?
Walnut Branch Road Detention Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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.