Hecla-Day Mine Aspen Tailings Dam

Washington — Ferry County

Location

StateWashington
CountyFerry
Coordinates48.67438, -118.75480

Physical Characteristics

NID Height95 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,050 ft
NID Storage625 acre-ft
Max Storage625 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1940
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerHecla Mining Co.

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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.

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