Nixon Fork Tailings Dam

Alaska — Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area County

Location

StateAlaska
CountyYukon-Koyukuk Census Area
Coordinates63.23800, -154.77800

Physical Characteristics

NID Height64 ft
Dam Height64 ft
Dam Length510 ft
NID Storage77 acre-ft
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1995
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerMYSTERY CREEK RESOURCES

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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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