Dams in Logan County, West Virginia
7Total Dams
6High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Logan County, West Virginia
Logan County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 6 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Logan County is 21 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is Rock House Branch Slurry Impoundment at 482 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Branch Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 482 | Tailings | |
| Oldhouse Branch Impoundment No. 3 | High | Not Available | 440 | Tailings | |
| Holden #22 Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 355 | Tailings | |
| Little White Oak Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 290 | Tailings | |
| Chief Logan Dam | High | Satisfactory | 80 | Recreation | |
| Rockhouse Creek Dam | High | Satisfactory | 58 | Recreation | |
| Tinsley Branch Refuse Impoundment | Undetermined | Not Rated | 405 | Tailings | 2005 |