Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 97% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 729 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA029015 |
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
Kyanite Mining Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1 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 Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1 is owned by Kyanite Mining Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #1 has a dam height of 70 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.