Big Branch Coal Refuse Facility

High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyClay
Nearest CityDUNDON
River/StreamBIG BRANCH OF LILLY FORK
Coordinates38.38810, -81.03472

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height260 ft
Dam Height260 ft
Dam Length1,900 ft
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,828 acre-ft
Max Storage4,828 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,864 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge57 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerFOLA COAL COMPANY
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDWV01506
Federal IDWV01506
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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