Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2 is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 94.7% in VA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 958 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA019152 |
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 #2?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2 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 #2?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2 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 #2?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2 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 #2?
Kyanite Mine Waste Dam #2 has a dam height of 55 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.