Tenaska Virginia Partners
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 Length | 1,830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA065024 |
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
East Coast Transport, Inc.;Tenaska Virginia Partners, L.P.
Private
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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.