Mesabi Chief Clarification
Minnesota — Itasca County — Swan River-OS
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Itasca |
| River | Swan River-OS |
| Coordinates | 47.38276, -93.08502 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 4, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 8 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Magnetation |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.