Sauntry Creek Settling
Key Takeaway
Sauntry Creek Settling is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00781 |
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
ArcelorMittal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sauntry Creek Settling?
Sauntry Creek Settling 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 Sauntry Creek Settling?
Sauntry Creek Settling is owned by ArcelorMittal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sauntry Creek Settling built?
Sauntry Creek Settling was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Sauntry Creek Settling?
Sauntry Creek Settling 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 Sauntry Creek Settling?
Sauntry Creek Settling has a dam height of 32 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 Sauntry Creek Settling last inspected?
Sauntry Creek Settling was last inspected on October 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.