Eveleth Taconite Tailings

High Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySt. Louis
Nearest CityForbes
River/StreamSt. Louis River-TR
Coordinates47.34085, -92.56788

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length21,000 ft
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,419 acre-ft
Max Storage2,419 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,958 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeTailings
OwnerUnited Taconite - Cliffs
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Last Inspection08/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00673
Federal IDMN00673
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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