Long Fork Slurry Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Long Fork Slurry Impoundment, also known as Gund Slurry Impoundment or Lower Lick Branch Slurry Impoundment, is a private-owned structure located in Pike County, Kentucky.
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Summary
This tailings dam stands at an impressive height of 665 feet and has a storage capacity of 12,470 acre-feet. With its primary purpose being the containment of tailings, this earth dam poses a high hazard potential.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Long Fork Slurry Impoundment falls under the oversight of the Mine Safety and Health Administration, signaling its importance in maintaining safety standards within the mining industry. The structure has not undergone recent inspections, and its condition assessment is currently not available. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the complex nature of this impoundment presents an intriguing case study for understanding the intersection of environmental regulations, safety measures, and industrial operations in the region.
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
665 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
12470 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
665 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tug Fork At Williamson
|
365cfs |
Johns Creek Near Meta
|
21cfs |
Tug Fork At Kermit
|
492cfs |
Grapevine Creek Near Phyllis
|
5cfs |
Levisa Fork At Pikeville
|
1460cfs |
Guyandotte River At Logan
|
890cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Long Fork Slurry Impoundment