Kyger Creek Tailings Pond
Key Takeaway
Kyger Creek Tailings Pond is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 8,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 123 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 198 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01601 |
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
Ohio Valley Electric Corporation
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Kyger Creek Tailings Pond?
Kyger Creek Tailings 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 Kyger Creek Tailings Pond?
Kyger Creek Tailings Pond is owned by Ohio Valley Electric Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kyger Creek Tailings Pond built?
Kyger Creek Tailings Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Kyger Creek Tailings Pond?
Kyger Creek Tailings 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 Kyger Creek Tailings Pond?
Kyger Creek Tailings Pond has a dam height of 32 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 Kyger Creek Tailings Pond last inspected?
Kyger Creek Tailings Pond was last inspected on May 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.