Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 67 ft (taller than 70.3% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | WV07912 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AMHERST INDUSTRIES, INC
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam?
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam?
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam is owned by AMHERST INDUSTRIES, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam built?
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam?
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam 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 Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam?
Big Guano Creek Flyash Dam has a dam height of 67 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.