Dams in Lynchburg County, Virginia
5Total Dams
4High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Lynchburg County, Virginia
Lynchburg County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Lynchburg County is 123 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Reusens at 40 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reusens | High | Satisfactory | 40 | Hydroelectric | 1903 |
| College Lake Dam | High | Poor | 35 | Recreation | |
| Lake Summit Dam | High | Satisfactory | 28 | Flood Risk Reduction | |
| Lakeland Dam | High | Poor | 25 | Recreation | |
| Scotts Mill Dam | Low | Fair | 11 | Water Supply |