John Amos Flyash Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Putnam |
| Nearest City | NITRO |
| River/Stream | LIL SCARY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.45778, -81.85056 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 223 ft |
| Dam Height | 223 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,977 ft |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 11,160 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 11,160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10,041 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Tailings |
| Owner | APPALACHIAN POWER COMPANY |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 10/30/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |