Dams in Wayne County, West Virginia
7Total Dams
6High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Wayne County, West Virginia
Wayne 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 Wayne County is 58 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is Maynard Branch Slurry Impoundment at 262 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maynard Branch Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 262 | Tailings | |
| Left Abutment Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 130 | Tailings | |
| East Lynn Dam | High | Not Available | 113 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1971 |
| Beech Fork Dam | High | Not Available | 86 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1976 |
| Fresh Water Dam | High | Not Available | 61 | Water Supply | |
| Moses Fork Fishing Lake | High | Fair | 25 | Recreation | 1959 |
| National Steel-ohio River Site | Undetermined | Not Rated | 65 | Tailings | 1963 |