Bath County P S Upper Reservoir - Upper Dam

Virginia, Bath County, Little Back Creek

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBath
RiverLittle Back Creek
Coordinates38.22660, -79.82370

Physical Characteristics

NID Height460 ft
Dam Height460 ft
Dam Length2,200 ft
NID Storage37,500 acre-ft
Max Storage37,500 acre-ft
Surface Area265 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 9, 2026
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1984
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerVirginia Electric and Power Company

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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.

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