Reusens

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyLynchburg
Nearest CityLynchburg, VA
River/StreamJames
Coordinates37.46340, -79.18570

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length725 ft
Year Completed1903 (123 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage6,870 acre-ft
Max Storage6,870 acre-ft
Normal Storage6,870 acre-ft
Surface Area580 acres
Drainage Area3,264 sq mi
Max Discharge215,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerEagle Creek Reusens Hydro, LLC
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA009004
Federal IDVA009004
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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