Coal Run No. 2 Dam

COAL RUN· Fayette, West Virginia· Built 1940· Other· 65 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Coal Run No. 2 Dam is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 65 ft (taller than 68.3% in WV)
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage41 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDWV01914

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DMR

Ownership

RUSH RUN LAND CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coal Run No. 2 Dam?

Coal Run No. 2 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 Coal Run No. 2 Dam?

Coal Run No. 2 Dam is owned by RUSH RUN LAND CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coal Run No. 2 Dam built?

Coal Run No. 2 Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Coal Run No. 2 Dam?

Coal Run No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 65 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.