Tony M Evaporation Pond

NONE - MINE DISCHARGE· Garfield, Utah· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Tony M Evaporation Pond is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Length667 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage270 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDUT00503

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

CUR HENRY MOUNTAINS URANIUM, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tony M Evaporation Pond?

Tony M Evaporation Pond 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 Tony M Evaporation Pond?

Tony M Evaporation Pond is owned by CUR HENRY MOUNTAINS URANIUM, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tony M Evaporation Pond built?

Tony M Evaporation Pond was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Tony M Evaporation Pond?

Tony M Evaporation Pond serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Tony M Evaporation Pond last inspected?

Tony M Evaporation Pond was last inspected on October 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.