Warren Canal Embankment, located in Shenandoah Shores Village, Virginia, is a hydroelectric structure with a primary purpose of generating power.
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Built in 1924, this embankment dam stands at 8 feet in height and stretches 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Shenandoah River and falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Despite its age, Warren Canal Embankment has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the condition assessment is not available, the last inspection in September 2017 reported no significant issues. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is not regulated or inspected by the state, but rather by federal agencies. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the structure are currently not available.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Warren Canal Embankment offers a glimpse into early 20th-century hydroelectric infrastructure and the ongoing efforts to manage and maintain such systems. With its historical significance and continued operational role in power generation, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management and the need for comprehensive risk assessment and emergency preparedness in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1924 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
Shenandoah |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
210 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
2676 |
Nid Storage |
900 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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Mosby Campground
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Camp Slater
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Camp Washington
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Elizabeth Furnace Family Campground
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Elizabeth Furnace
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Shenandoah River - Guest State Park
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Bixler Bridge On State Route 675 To Karo Landing, Approximately 6 Miles South Of Town Of Front Royal
State Route 675 At Edinburg, Va To State Highway 55 Southeast Of Strasburg, Va
Segment C--Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Shenandoah River
Segment B--State Route 730 Bridge To Nf Boundary
Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge