Sporn Bottom Ash Dam
Key Takeaway
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam is classified as significant hazard in West Virginia. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 48% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | WV05313 |
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
APPALACHIAN POWER CO
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Sporn Bottom Ash Dam?
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam 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 Sporn Bottom Ash Dam?
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam is owned by APPALACHIAN POWER CO (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sporn Bottom Ash Dam?
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam 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 Sporn Bottom Ash Dam?
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Sporn Bottom Ash Dam last inspected?
Sporn Bottom Ash Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.