Essar Steel Reclaim Pond
Key Takeaway
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98.6% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 9,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 192 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01617 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Essar Steel Minnesota
Private
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Essar Steel Reclaim Pond?
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond 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 Essar Steel Reclaim Pond?
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond is owned by Essar Steel Minnesota (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Essar Steel Reclaim Pond built?
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Essar Steel Reclaim Pond?
Essar Steel Reclaim 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 Essar Steel Reclaim Pond?
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond has a dam height of 70 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 Essar Steel Reclaim Pond last inspected?
Essar Steel Reclaim Pond was last inspected on October 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.