Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. 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 | 356 ft (taller than 97.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.6K acre-ft |
| NID ID | KY00408 |
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
Pinnacle Processing, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment?
Big Hollow 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 Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment?
Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment is owned by Pinnacle Processing, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment?
Big Hollow 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 Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment?
Big Hollow Slurry Impoundment has a dam height of 356 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.