Brian Montgomery Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Montgomery Pond Volgenau Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brian Montgomery Dam in Fauquier, Virginia, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 27 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 45.9 acre-feet with a normal storage of 28.2. While its hazard potential is undetermined and condition not rated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Located in the Baltimore District, this dam, named after Brian Montgomery, serves a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Its maximum storage capacity of 45.9 acre-feet and surface area of 3.2 acres make it a significant infrastructure for water conservation and flood control. Despite its unassessed condition, the dam remains a vital piece of infrastructure in the region.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Brian Montgomery Dam lacks certain details such as the year of completion and specific purposes. However, with its state-regulated status and regular inspections, this dam plays a critical role in water resource management in Fauquier, Virginia. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's unique features and regulatory oversight fascinating in the realm of infrastructure development and environmental sustainability.
Dam Height |
27 |
Surface Area |
3.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
45.9 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
27 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Brian Montgomery Dam