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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