Kyger Creek Tailings Pond

Ohio — Gallia County — OHIO RIVER - OFFSTREAM

Location

StateOhio
CountyGallia
RiverOHIO RIVER - OFFSTREAM
Coordinates38.92500, -82.12500

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length8,150 ft
NID Storage3,856 acre-ft
Max Storage3,856 acre-ft
Surface Area123 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 4, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1955
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerOhio Valley Electric Corporation

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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