Unimin Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Unimin Tailings Dam is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 96 ft (taller than 98.5% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA069018 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Unimin Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Unimin Tailings Dam?
Unimin Tailings Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Unimin Tailings Dam?
Unimin Tailings Dam is owned by Unimin Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Unimin Tailings Dam?
Unimin Tailings Dam 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 Unimin Tailings Dam?
Unimin Tailings Dam has a dam height of 96 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.