Holman Tailings Basin
Key Takeaway
Holman Tailings Basin is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 12,232 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | MN01666 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Magnetation LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holman Tailings Basin?
Holman Tailings Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Holman Tailings Basin?
Holman Tailings Basin is owned by Magnetation LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Holman Tailings Basin?
Holman Tailings Basin 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 Holman Tailings Basin?
Holman Tailings Basin has a dam height of 45 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 Holman Tailings Basin last inspected?
Holman Tailings Basin was last inspected on October 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.