#1 Tailings Pond
Key Takeaway
#1 Tailings Pond is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 235 ft (taller than 99.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 8,290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66.4K acre-ft |
| NID ID | CO02963 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLIMAX MOLYBDENUM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of #1 Tailings Pond?
#1 Tailings Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates #1 Tailings Pond?
#1 Tailings Pond is owned by CLIMAX MOLYBDENUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of #1 Tailings Pond?
#1 Tailings Pond serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is #1 Tailings Pond?
#1 Tailings Pond has a dam height of 235 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.