Banner Mill Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Banner Mill Tailings Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 60.7% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,475 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00670 |
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
PYRAMID PEAK MINING, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Banner Mill Tailings Dam?
Banner Mill 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 Banner Mill Tailings Dam?
Banner Mill Tailings Dam is owned by PYRAMID PEAK MINING, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Banner Mill Tailings Dam built?
Banner Mill Tailings Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Banner Mill Tailings Dam?
Banner Mill 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 Banner Mill Tailings Dam?
Banner Mill Tailings Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Banner Mill Tailings Dam last inspected?
Banner Mill Tailings Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.