Eveleth Taconite Tailings
Minnesota — St. Louis County — St. Louis River-TR
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | St. Louis |
| River | St. Louis River-TR |
| Coordinates | 47.34085, -92.56788 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Length | 21,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,419 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,419 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | — |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 16, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | United Taconite - Cliffs |
| Other Name | Fairlane Plant-United Tac |
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.