Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Harvey Run No. 2 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 | 83 ft (taller than 80.4% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 714 acre-ft |
| NID ID | WV83471 |
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
The Marion County Coal Comapy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment?
Harvey Run No. 2 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 Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment?
Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment is owned by The Marion County Coal Comapy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment?
Harvey Run No. 2 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 Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment?
Harvey Run No. 2 Slurry Impoundment has a dam height of 83 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.