Board authorizes update to 2011 Cobbs Creek reservoir agreement to provide water to Cumberland County
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Summary
Henrico authorized the county manager to update and execute a proposed water‑supply agreement under which the county may provide up to 7 million gallons per day to Cumberland County from the Cobbs Creek reservoir or the James River.
The Henrico County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 14 authorized the county manager to review, update and execute a proposed water‑supply agreement with Cumberland County related to the Virgil R. Hazlitt reservoir at Cobbs Creek.
Under the authorization, Henrico could provide Cumberland County with up to 7,000,000 gallons per day from either the reservoir or the James River; the agreement would set rates annually. County staff said the proposed agreement updates a 2011 arrangement tied to the reservoir—s creation.
Why it matters: The resolution authorizes negotiations and execution of a water‑supply contract that could have interjurisdictional implications for water resource management and revenue.
Board action and next steps: The board approved the authorization; staff will finalize terms, set rates and return executed agreements or required administrative paperwork as appropriate. Implementation will follow contract execution and operational coordination between utilities departments.
The board vote was unanimous.