Smith Mountain Combination Pump Storage
Virginia — Pittsylvania County — Roanoke
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Pittsylvania |
| River | Roanoke |
| Coordinates | 37.04124, -79.53597 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 237 ft |
| Dam Height | 229 ft |
| Dam Length | 816 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,150,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,150,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20,400 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 13, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Appalachian Power Company |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.