Harrison Power Station Sediment Pond
Harrison Power Station Sediment Pond is an earth dam located in Harrison County, West Virginia. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Harrison Power Station Sediment Pond
The primary purpose of Harrison Power Station Sediment Pond is debris control. The dam is designed to catch sediment, rocks, and debris carried by flowing water — particularly important in areas prone to mudslides or heavy erosion. The dam is owned by First Energy Corp (public utility). It impounds the Pigotts Run near Shinnston.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 04/30/2023.
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Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Nearest City | Shinnston |
| River/Stream | Pigotts Run |
| Coordinates | 39.39556, -80.32389 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Debris Control |
| Owner | FIRST ENERGY CORP |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 04/30/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | WV03333 |
| Federal ID | WV03333 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |