Red Dog Tailings Back Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam is classified as high hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 66 ft (taller than 83.5% in AK) |
| Dam Length | 4,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 678 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | AK00303 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TECK ALASKA INC.
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Red Dog Tailings Back Dam?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Red Dog Tailings Back Dam?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam is owned by TECK ALASKA INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Dog Tailings Back Dam built?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Red Dog Tailings Back Dam?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Dog Tailings Back Dam?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Red Dog Tailings Back Dam last inspected?
Red Dog Tailings Back Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.