Tenaska Virginia Partners

Trib. To Cunningham Creek· Fluvanna, Virginia· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Tenaska Virginia Partners is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 80% in VA)
Dam Length1,830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA065024

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 24, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

East Coast Transport, Inc.;Tenaska Virginia Partners, L.P.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tenaska Virginia Partners?

Tenaska Virginia Partners 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 Tenaska Virginia Partners?

Tenaska Virginia Partners is owned by East Coast Transport, Inc.;Tenaska Virginia Partners, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tenaska Virginia Partners?

Tenaska Virginia Partners 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 Tenaska Virginia Partners?

Tenaska Virginia Partners has a dam height of 35 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 Tenaska Virginia Partners last inspected?

Tenaska Virginia Partners was last inspected on August 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.