Cunningham Flyash Pond
Key Takeaway
Cunningham Flyash Pond is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 27.5% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | WV03922 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HATFIELD ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cunningham Flyash Pond?
Cunningham Flyash Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cunningham Flyash Pond?
Cunningham Flyash Pond is owned by HATFIELD ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cunningham Flyash Pond built?
Cunningham Flyash Pond was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Cunningham Flyash Pond?
Cunningham Flyash Pond 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 Cunningham Flyash Pond?
Cunningham Flyash Pond has a dam height of 31 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.
When was Cunningham Flyash Pond last inspected?
Cunningham Flyash Pond was last inspected on July 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.