West Stephens Settling
Key Takeaway
West Stephens Settling is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00790 |
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
Mesabi Nugget
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Stephens Settling?
West Stephens Settling 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 West Stephens Settling?
West Stephens Settling is owned by Mesabi Nugget (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Stephens Settling built?
West Stephens Settling was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 West Stephens Settling?
West Stephens Settling 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 West Stephens Settling?
West Stephens Settling has a dam height of 10 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 West Stephens Settling last inspected?
West Stephens Settling was last inspected on September 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.