Delbarton Slurry Impoundment

Mingo County, West Virginia (near FORD)

River/Stream: PIGEON CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
760 ft
Dam Length
3,460 ft
Reservoir Storage
14,702 acre-ft
Year Completed
2004
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
35 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
WV05917
State
West Virginia (WV)
Coordinates
37.75164, -82.19789
Age
22 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.