Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin
Day Brook·
St. Louis, Minnesota·
Earth·
100 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 99.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | MN00665 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 20, 2023
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 Tailings Basin?
Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin?
Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin is owned by Hibbing Taconite Company (Private).
When was Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin last inspected?
Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin was last inspected on September 20, 2023.
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.