Volgenau Dam
Virginia — Fauquier County — TR-Thumb Run
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fauquier |
| River | TR-Thumb Run |
| Coordinates | 38.78610, -77.97370 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| NID Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 31, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Ernst Volgenau LLC |
| Other Name | Shelton Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.