U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower)
Key Takeaway
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00502 |
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
Price River Terminal, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower)?
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) 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 U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower)?
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) is owned by Price River Terminal, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) built?
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower)?
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) 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 U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) last inspected?
U. S. Steel Corp. Tailings (Lower) was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.