Aep Proj. 1301 Ash Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
1301 Ash Pond, also known as the 1301 Ash Pond Dam, is a significant earth dam located in New Haven, West Virginia. Built in 1978, this dam serves the primary purpose of tailings storage with a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 961 acre-feet. The dam is state regulated and inspected, meeting all necessary safety standards with a satisfactory condition assessment.
Situated along the Little Broad Run river, the Aep Proj. 1301 Ash Pond dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With a surface area of 55 acres and a normal storage capacity of 955 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water supply needs in Mason County. Despite being a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition remains satisfactory, ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding communities.
With its impressive history and functional design, Aep Proj. 1301 Ash Pond stands as a testament to effective water resource management in West Virginia. As a public utility structure, this dam plays a crucial role in environmental protection and climate resilience efforts. Its regular inspections, state regulation, and overall satisfactory condition demonstrate a commitment to ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
13000 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BROAD RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
961 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Aep Proj. 1301 Ash Pond