Hibbing Taconite Tailings Basin

Day Brook· St. Louis, Minnesota· Earth· 100 ft tall
High Hazard Tailings Private

Physical Details

Dam Height 100 ft (taller than 99.1% in MN)
Dam Length2,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage10.0K acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMN00665

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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Frequently 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.