J.T. Hirst Dam

Virginia, Loudoun County, N Fork Catoctin Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyLoudoun
RiverN Fork Catoctin Creek
Coordinates39.19830, -77.77600

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage155 acre-ft
Max Storage155 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 14, 2022
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Purcellville;Town of Purcellville
Other NamePurcellville Dam

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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.

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