Warren Canal Embankment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Warren Canal Embankment, located in Shenandoah Shores Village, Virginia, is a hydroelectric structure with a primary purpose of generating power.


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Summary

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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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.