Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam
Key Takeaway
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 5.8% in NM) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 616 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| NID ID | NM00697 |
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
INTREPID POTASH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam?
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam 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 Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam?
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam is owned by INTREPID POTASH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam?
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam 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 Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam?
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam last inspected?
Intrepid Potash Ponds A-D Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.