Kingston Coal Refuse Disposal Area Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
The Kingston Coal Refuse Disposal Area in Fayette, West Virginia, is a private-owned facility primarily used for tailings storage.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and stretches 2000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Despite being regulated by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, the site is not under state jurisdiction or permitting.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment marked as "Not Available," the Kingston Coal Refuse Disposal Area does not pose an immediate threat. However, the lack of recent inspection data and emergency preparedness measures raises concerns about the facility's overall safety and risk management practices. It is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the integrity of the dam and protect surrounding water resources and climate.
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
8 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clear Fork At Whitesville
|
19cfs |
Kanawha River At Kanawha Falls
|
2880cfs |
New River At Thurmond
|
2850cfs |
Piney Creek At Raleigh
|
36cfs |
Gauley River Above Belva
|
1190cfs |
Peters Creek Near Lockwood
|
33cfs |
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.
Kingston Coal Refuse Disposal Area