Eramet Waste Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Eramet Waste Retention Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 118 ft (taller than 99.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 702 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 418 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01100 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Waste Retention Dam?
Eramet Waste Retention Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Eramet Waste Retention Dam?
Eramet Waste Retention Dam is owned by Eramet Marietta, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eramet Waste Retention Dam built?
Eramet Waste Retention Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Waste Retention Dam?
Eramet Waste Retention 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 Eramet Waste Retention Dam?
Eramet Waste Retention Dam has a dam height of 118 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 Waste Retention Dam last inspected?
Eramet Waste Retention Dam was last inspected on October 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.