Amonate Slurry Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Amonate Slurry Impoundment is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 384 ft (taller than 96.5% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| NID ID | WV04701 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Consolidation Coal Co.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Amonate Slurry Impoundment?
Amonate Slurry Impoundment is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amonate Slurry Impoundment?
Amonate Slurry Impoundment is owned by Consolidation Coal Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Amonate Slurry Impoundment?
Amonate Slurry Impoundment serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amonate Slurry Impoundment?
Amonate Slurry Impoundment has a dam height of 384 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.