D Tailings Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 27, 2025

D Tailings, located in Kearney, Arizona, is a private earth dam structure with a height of 150 feet and a storage capacity of 63,000 acre-feet.


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Summary

This significant tailings dam poses a hazard potential and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mine Safety and Health Administration for regulation and inspection. Despite being non-state regulated, D Tailings remains a crucial component of the local water resource infrastructure in Pinal County, Arizona.

With no available condition assessment or emergency action plan, the current state of D Tailings' structural integrity and risk management measures remain unknown. The dam's purpose solely revolves around tailings containment, indicating its vital role in managing mining byproducts in the region. As a private facility, D Tailings lacks federal or state funding and oversight, making it essential for the owner to prioritize regular inspections and maintenance to ensure long-term stability.

Given its location and potential impact on the surrounding environment, water resource and climate enthusiasts must monitor D Tailings closely for any updates on its condition, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness. As a significant structure in the area, its management and maintenance are crucial for mitigating potential hazards and preserving the integrity of the local water resources.

Dam Length

1

Dam Height

150

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

63000

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

150
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.