Tom Hollow Refuse Disposal Facility Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Located in Ivel, Kentucky, the Tom Hollow Refuse Disposal Facility is a private-owned tailings dam with an impressive height of 132 feet and a length of 430 feet.
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Summary
With a storage capacity of 1041 acre-feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of storing tailings. Despite not being state-regulated, this facility falls under the jurisdiction of the Mine Safety and Health Administration, emphasizing its importance in ensuring safe operations.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, highlighting the need for regular inspections and risk management measures. However, details on the condition assessment and emergency action plan are currently not available. The facility's association with the Mine Safety and Health Administration underscores the commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community and the environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Tom Hollow Refuse Disposal Facility presents an intriguing case study in the management of tailings and the importance of effective regulatory oversight in safeguarding water resources.
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
132 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
1041 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
132 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Levisa Fork At Pikeville
|
626cfs |
Johns Creek Near Meta
|
19cfs |
Levisa Fork At Paintsville
|
948cfs |
Grapevine Creek Near Phyllis
|
6cfs |
Tug Fork At Williamson
|
368cfs |
Tug Fork At Kermit
|
506cfs |
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.
Tom Hollow Refuse Disposal Facility