Warrenton Dam

Cedar Run· Fauquier, Virginia· Buttress· 31 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Warrenton Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. 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	31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA)
Dam Length	1,025 ft
Dam Type	Buttress
Max Storage	592 acre-ft
Normal Storage	380 acre-ft

Surface Area	28 acres
Drainage Area	12 sq mi
NID ID	VA061001

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 19, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Town of Warrenton

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warrenton Dam?

Warrenton 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 Warrenton Dam?

Warrenton Dam is owned by Town of Warrenton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Warrenton Dam?

Warrenton Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Warrenton Dam?

Warrenton Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Warrenton Dam last inspected?

Warrenton Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2023. 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.