Warren

Shenandoah· Warren, Virginia· Built 1924· Buttress· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Warren is classified as low hazard in Virginia. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.8% in VA)
Dam Length514 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage900 acre-ft
Normal Storage900 acre-ft
Surface Area210 acres
Drainage Area2,678 sq mi
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)
NID IDVA187008

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: No
Last Inspection: August 30, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PE Hydro Generation, LLC

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warren?

Warren 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 Warren?

Warren is owned by PE Hydro Generation, LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Warren built?

Warren was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Warren?

Warren serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Warren?

Warren has a dam height of 15 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 Warren last inspected?

Warren was last inspected on August 30, 2022. 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.