27132 Gum Springs Road Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Loudoun, Virginia, the 27132 Gum Springs Road Dam is a privately owned structure designed for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 20 feet with a length of 525 feet, this earth dam sits on a Bull Run un-named tributary, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. The dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 14.76 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.01 acres.

Managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, the dam is state-regulated with inspection, permitting, and enforcement mechanisms in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential is currently undetermined, the condition of the dam is not rated, and emergency action plans are yet to be prepared. With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, the 27132 Gum Springs Road Dam is a valuable asset for the community, providing opportunities for outdoor activities while also serving as a vital structure for water resource management in the area.

Dam Length

525

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

Bull Run un-Named tributary

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.01

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

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.