Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam
Key Takeaway
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 89.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 2,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA071001 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AEP
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam?
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam?
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam is owned by AEP (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam?
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam?
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam last inspected?
Glen Lyn Fly Ash Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.