Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike in Ohio is a crucial structure designed by EBASCO SERVICES, INC.


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Summary

to manage tailings from the Killen Station power plant. This earth dam, completed in 1982, stands at a height of 84 feet and stretches over 14,000 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 12,890 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 230 acres in Adams County, Ohio.

Regulated by the Department of Natural Resources, this dam on the Ohio River is inspected every 5 years and has been deemed to have a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of June 2018. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively, providing essential tailings management for the Killen Station. With its strategic location and state permitting, this dike plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding environment and water resources.

The Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike stands as a testament to responsible engineering and environmental stewardship in the realm of water resource management. Its continued operation and maintenance ensure the safe containment of ash and tailings, mitigating potential risks and upholding the integrity of the Ohio River offstream. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of this structure sheds light on the importance of sustainable infrastructure in safeguarding our natural ecosystems and water sources.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

14000

Dam Height

84

River Or Stream

OHIO RIVER - OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

230

Drainage Area

0.38

Nid Storage

12890

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

84
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.