Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 405 ft (taller than 97.1% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 2,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 64 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | WV04533 |
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
BANDMILL COAL CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment?
Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment 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 Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment?
Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment is owned by BANDMILL COAL CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment built?
Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment?
Tinsley Branch Refuse 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 Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment?
Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment has a dam height of 405 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.