Cushaw
Key Takeaway
Cushaw is classified as low hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 51.6% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,716 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 138 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,960 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68,341 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | VA009001 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Cushaw Hydro LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cushaw?
Cushaw is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cushaw?
Cushaw is owned by Cushaw Hydro LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cushaw built?
Cushaw was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cushaw?
Cushaw serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cushaw?
Cushaw has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Cushaw last inspected?
Cushaw was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.