Nolan Run Slurry Impoundment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Nolan Run Slurry Impoundment, located in Lumberport, West Virginia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for storing tailings.


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Summary

The impoundment, with a dam height of 133 feet and a length of 2,220 feet, has a storage capacity of 5,472 acre-feet. Despite not being state regulated, the Mine Safety and Health Administration oversees inspections and enforcement at this site.

With a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of Nolan Run Slurry Impoundment is currently not available. Emergency action plans and risk assessment measures are also not specified. The impoundment has not been modified in recent years, and there is no information available on the preparation of inundation maps or the assignment of a Dam Safety Action Classification.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Nolan Run Slurry Impoundment may be intrigued by its significant storage capacity and the potential risks associated with its high hazard classification. While the impoundment is not state-regulated, the oversight by the Mine Safety and Health Administration ensures some level of monitoring and safety enforcement. Further information on the condition assessment and emergency preparedness of this structure could provide valuable insights into its potential impact on the surrounding area and the environment.

Dam Length

2220

Dam Height

133

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

5472

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

133
       
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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.