Holman Tailings Basin

Trout Creek-TR· Itasca, Minnesota· Earth· 45 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

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 Length12,232 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage10.0K acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Modified2015
NID IDMN01666

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Magnetation LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.