Axiflo Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Axiflo Tailings Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 77.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,476 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 79 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | NM00700 |
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
FREEPORT-MCMORAN, CHINO MINES COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Axiflo Tailings Dam?
Axiflo Tailings Dam 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 Axiflo Tailings Dam?
Axiflo Tailings Dam is owned by FREEPORT-MCMORAN, CHINO MINES COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Axiflo Tailings Dam built?
Axiflo Tailings Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Axiflo Tailings Dam?
Axiflo Tailings Dam 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 Axiflo Tailings Dam?
Axiflo Tailings Dam has a dam height of 60 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.
When was Axiflo Tailings Dam last inspected?
Axiflo Tailings Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.