Byllesby

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyCarroll
Nearest CityAustinville
River/StreamNew River
Coordinates36.78606, -80.93295

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height63 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length970 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,034 acre-ft
Max Storage2,034 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,034 acre-ft
Surface Area242 acres
Drainage Area1,310 sq mi
Max Discharge436,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerAppalachian Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/24/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA035001
Federal IDVA035001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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