Tailings Pond Expansion
Key Takeaway
Tailings Pond Expansion is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 449 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 449 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC03527 |
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
US SILICA COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tailings Pond Expansion?
Tailings Pond Expansion 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 Tailings Pond Expansion?
Tailings Pond Expansion is owned by US SILICA COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tailings Pond Expansion?
Tailings Pond Expansion 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 Tailings Pond Expansion?
Tailings Pond Expansion has a dam height of 22 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 Tailings Pond Expansion last inspected?
Tailings Pond Expansion was last inspected on April 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.