Located in Belle, West Virginia, the Scott's Run Cinder Barrier is a rockfill dam constructed in 1955 for the primary purpose of tailings management.
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Standing at a height of 179 feet and spanning 500 feet in length, the dam provides storage for 879 acre-feet of water from Scott's Run. The dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a surface area of 9 acres and a drainage area of 0.29 square miles, the Scott's Run Cinder Barrier plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2015. Emergency action plans are in place, and the dam meets regulatory guidelines for safety and risk management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Scott's Run Cinder Barrier to be a fascinating example of infrastructure designed to protect communities and the environment from the impacts of water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
179 |
River Or Stream |
SCOTT'S RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
879 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
179 |
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234cfs |
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48cfs |
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