Bean Hollow Slurry Impoundment (Plant 1 Crdf) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
The Bean Hollow Slurry Impoundment (Plant 1 Crdf) in Clothier, West Virginia, is a privately owned earth dam with a height of 415 feet and a storage capacity of 4491 acre-feet.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this impoundment is for tailings storage, making it a critical structure in the mining industry. Despite not being regulated by the state, it is subject to inspections by the Mine Safety and Health Administration due to its high hazard potential.
Located in Boone County, West Virginia, this impoundment poses a significant risk in case of failure, with a high hazard potential designation. Its condition assessment is not available, indicating a lack of information on its current state. The absence of a Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated emergency contacts raises concerns about the preparedness and response capability in case of an emergency. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for the safety and maintenance of structures like the Bean Hollow Slurry Impoundment to prevent potential disasters and protect the environment.
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
415 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
4491 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
415 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clear Fork At Whitesville
|
19cfs |
Guyandotte River At Logan
|
1230cfs |
Guyandotte River At Man
|
968cfs |
Big Coal River At Ashford
|
234cfs |
Clear Fork At Clear Fork
|
64cfs |
Guyandotte River Near Baileysville
|
165cfs |
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.
Bean Hollow Slurry Impoundment (Plant 1 Crdf)