Plummer Basin East Tailings
Key Takeaway
Plummer Basin East Tailings is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 96.4% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | MN01647 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Magnetation
Private
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Plummer Basin East Tailings?
Plummer Basin East Tailings is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Plummer Basin East Tailings?
Plummer Basin East Tailings is owned by Magnetation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plummer Basin East Tailings built?
Plummer Basin East Tailings was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Plummer Basin East Tailings?
Plummer Basin East Tailings 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 Plummer Basin East Tailings?
Plummer Basin East Tailings has a dam height of 50 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 Plummer Basin East Tailings last inspected?
Plummer Basin East Tailings was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.