Limestone Court Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Limestone Court Dam is a privately owned structure located in Loudoun, Virginia, along the Limestone Branch river.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing storage of 69 acre-feet of water for activities like fishing or boating. While the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition has not been rated, it is regulated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.

The dam, completed in an unspecified year, covers a surface area of 6.8 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 27.3 acre-feet. Despite lacking specific details on its construction, modification history, and maintenance records, Limestone Court Dam remains a significant feature in the region's water resource landscape. Its location within the surrounding natural environment provides visitors with opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and water-based activities, further enhancing the area's appeal for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

With its tranquil setting and potential for recreational use, Limestone Court Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the dam's surroundings and consider its impact on the local ecosystem, there is an opportunity to appreciate the balance between human needs and natural preservation. While the dam's risk assessment and management measures are yet to be fully documented, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage highlights the importance of responsible stewardship in maintaining a harmonious relationship with the environment.

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

Limestone Branch

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.8

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

69

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

15
       
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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.