Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2
Key Takeaway
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 15% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 3,859 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00579 |
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
HOMESTAKE MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 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 Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 is owned by HOMESTAKE MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 built?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 was completed in 1995, making it 31 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 has a dam height of 19 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 Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 last inspected?
Homestake Mining Company Evap Pond No.2 was last inspected on June 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.