Jake Gore Slurry Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
The Jake Gore Slurry Impoundment is a private-owned structure located in Quinland, West Virginia, used primarily for tailings storage.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 610 feet and has a storage capacity of 24,800 acre-feet. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the Mine Safety and Health Administration oversees its operation and inspection, highlighting its critical importance in the region.
With a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of the Jake Gore Slurry Impoundment is currently not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and monitoring. While the Emergency Action Plan status and risk assessment details are also lacking, the structure's significant storage capacity and location in Boone County make it a key feature in the local water resource and climate landscape. Enthusiasts and stakeholders in these areas may find the Jake Gore Slurry Impoundment to be a compelling subject for further investigation and analysis.
Dam Length |
3100 |
Dam Height |
610 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
24800 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
610 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Coal River At Ashford
|
240cfs |
Clear Fork At Whitesville
|
18cfs |
Guyandotte River At Logan
|
870cfs |
Guyandotte River At Man
|
968cfs |
Coal River At Tornado
|
441cfs |
Kanawha River At Charleston
|
4580cfs |
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.
Jake Gore Slurry Impoundment