Young Mill Tailing #2

Jefferson, Tennessee· Built 2002· Earth·
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Young Mill Tailing #2 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage474 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDTN08913

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: November 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

NYRSTAR TN MINESSTRAWBERRY PLAINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Young Mill Tailing #2?

Young Mill Tailing #2 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 Young Mill Tailing #2?

Young Mill Tailing #2 is owned by NYRSTAR TN MINESSTRAWBERRY PLAINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Young Mill Tailing #2 built?

Young Mill Tailing #2 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Young Mill Tailing #2?

Young Mill Tailing #2 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 Young Mill Tailing #2 last inspected?

Young Mill Tailing #2 was last inspected on November 21, 2019. 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.