Clinch River Flyash Dam #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Clinch River Flyash Dam #1, located in Russell, Virginia, is a rockfill dam with a height of 55 feet and a storage capacity of 1240 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, positioned on Dumps Creek off-stream, serves multiple purposes and is owned by a public utility. It is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a hazard potential classified as high, Clinch River Flyash Dam #1 underwent its last inspection in June 2020, with a satisfactory condition assessment. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in December 2018, although specific details on its preparedness and adherence to guidelines are not provided in the data. The dam's risk assessment, management measures, and inundation maps status are also not clearly outlined, leaving room for further investigation into its overall risk profile and emergency response readiness.
Despite the limited information on certain aspects of its operation and risk management, Clinch River Flyash Dam #1 stands as a critical infrastructure in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and public safety. Its role in providing essential water storage and flood control underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring, assessment, and preparedness to mitigate potential risks and ensure the continued safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Dam Length |
3150 |
Dam Height |
55 |
River Or Stream |
DUMPS CREEK(OFF STREAM) |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
21.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
55 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
1240 |
Structural Height |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
55 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clinch River At Cleveland
|
386cfs |
Guest River At Coeburn
|
20cfs |
Cranes Nest River Near Clintwood
|
44cfs |
Russell Fork At Haysi
|
467cfs |
Beaver Creek At Bristol
|
24cfs |
Pound River Below Flannagan Dam Near Haysi
|
26cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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