Scotts Mill Dam

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateVirginia
CountyLynchburg
Nearest CityLynchburg
River/StreamJames River mainstem - VAHU6 JM11 James River - Opossum Creek
Coordinates37.42430, -79.14120

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length905 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage957 acre-ft
Max Storage957 acre-ft
Normal Storage957 acre-ft
Surface Area166 acres
Drainage Area3,340 sq mi
Max Discharge38,370 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerScotts Mill Hydro, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/08/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDVA680001
Federal IDVA680001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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