Bottom Ash Ponds 1a
West Virginia, Putnam County, KANAWHA
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Putnam |
| River | KANAWHA |
| Coordinates | 38.47722, -81.83083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 31, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | APPALACHIAN POWER COMPANY |
| Other Name | John Amos Flyash 1a & 1b |
Location Map
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.