Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2, also known as Bright Pond Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Fairfax, Virginia.


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Summary

This facility is designed to address flood risk reduction and is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 56.93 acre-feet, with a surface area of 4.26 acres. It is situated along a tributary to Piney Run and is part of the Baltimore District under the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its low hazard potential, Reston Parkway Phase 2 Swm Facility #2 serves a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it has not been rated for its condition assessment. While specific information on the dam's construction date and modifications is unavailable, it continues to be inspected regularly to ensure its effectiveness in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. Enthusiasts of water resource and climate conservation can appreciate the role this dam plays in maintaining the safety and resilience of the local community.

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

Tributary to Piney Run

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.26

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

56.93

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.