Moccasin Hollow Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Moccasin Hollow Impoundment is classified as high hazard in West Virginia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. 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 | 310 ft (taller than 94.7% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,611 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | WV00524 |
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
CATENARY COAL COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Moccasin Hollow Impoundment?
Moccasin Hollow 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 Moccasin Hollow Impoundment?
Moccasin Hollow Impoundment is owned by CATENARY COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moccasin Hollow Impoundment built?
Moccasin Hollow Impoundment was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Moccasin Hollow Impoundment?
Moccasin Hollow 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 Moccasin Hollow Impoundment?
Moccasin Hollow Impoundment has a dam height of 310 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.