Upland Cell Ii Interior
Key Takeaway
Upland Cell Ii Interior is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 97.8% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 11,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01622 |
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
ArcelorMittal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upland Cell Ii Interior?
Upland Cell Ii Interior 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 Upland Cell Ii Interior?
Upland Cell Ii Interior is owned by ArcelorMittal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upland Cell Ii Interior built?
Upland Cell Ii Interior was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Upland Cell Ii Interior?
Upland Cell Ii Interior 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 Upland Cell Ii Interior?
Upland Cell Ii Interior has a dam height of 60 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 Upland Cell Ii Interior last inspected?
Upland Cell Ii Interior was last inspected on September 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.