Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.)
Key Takeaway
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 5,268 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 895 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | WY01492 |
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
GENESIS ALKALI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.)?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) 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 Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.)?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) is owned by GENESIS ALKALI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) built?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.)?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) 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 Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.)?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) has a dam height of 28 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 Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) last inspected?
Texas Gulf Tailings (Phase 1e & 1f Enl.) was last inspected on June 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.