Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2
Day Brook·
St. Louis, Minnesota·
Built 1975·
Earth·
100 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 99.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 4,762 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00667 |
Safety Information
Unknown
Hazard potential has not been determined
Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR
Ownership
Hibbing Taconite Company
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2?
Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined.
Who owns Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2?
Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2 is owned by Hibbing Taconite Company (Private).
When was Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2 built?
Hibbing Taconite Starter No. 2 was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old.
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