Big Branch Coal Refuse Facility

Clay County, West Virginia (near DUNDON)

River/Stream: BIG BRANCH OF LILLY FORK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
260 ft
Dam Length
1,900 ft
Reservoir Storage
4,828 acre-ft
Year Completed
1997
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
58 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WV01506
State
West Virginia (WV)
Coordinates
38.38810, -81.03472
Age
29 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.