Canisteo Pit

Trout Creek-TR· Itasca, Minnesota· Earth· 75 ft tall
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Canisteo Pit is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Height 75 ft (taller than 98.8% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage35.0K acre-ft
Surface Area1,500 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
NID IDMN01489

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 17, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Canisteo Pit?

Canisteo Pit is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Canisteo Pit?

Canisteo Pit is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Canisteo Pit?

Canisteo Pit 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 Canisteo Pit?

Canisteo Pit has a dam height of 75 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 Canisteo Pit last inspected?

Canisteo Pit was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.