Eramet Slag Tailings Pond
Key Takeaway
Eramet Slag Tailings Pond is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 218 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00943 |
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
Eramet Marietta, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eramet Slag Tailings Pond?
Eramet Slag 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 Eramet Slag Tailings Pond?
Eramet Slag Tailings Pond is owned by Eramet Marietta, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eramet Slag Tailings Pond built?
Eramet Slag Tailings Pond was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Eramet Slag Tailings Pond?
Eramet Slag 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 Eramet Slag Tailings Pond?
Eramet Slag Tailings Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Eramet Slag Tailings Pond last inspected?
Eramet Slag Tailings Pond was last inspected on October 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.