Bronze Hill Farm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bronze Hill Farm Dam, located in Loudoun, Virginia, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 27 feet and stretching 320 feet in length, this dam has a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.6 acres. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite being a privately-owned structure, Bronze Hill Farm Dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its emergency action plan was last revised in 2016, and the dam is monitored for any potential risks and hazards. The dam's location in the Baltimore District and its proximity to a drainage area of 0.56 square miles further highlight its importance in managing water resources and mitigating potential climate-related challenges in the region.

In the event of an emergency, Bronze Hill Farm Dam is equipped to handle any potential risks, with updated emergency contacts and preparedness measures in place. As a vital component of water resource management in Loudoun, Virginia, this dam serves as a recreational hub while also fulfilling a crucial role in ensuring water safety and security for the surrounding area.

Dam Length

320

Dam Height

27

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.6

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

0.56

Nid Storage

165

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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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.