Robinson Tailing Pond #1dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Robinson Tailing Pond #1dam is a privately owned dam located in Red Cliff, Colorado, with a height of 235 feet and a length of 6900 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam serves a primary purpose of tailings management and is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. The dam has a storage capacity of 73,391 acre-feet and is associated with the Mine Safety and Health Administration for inspections and enforcement.

The dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the risk of potential harm to downstream areas in the event of a failure. Despite its importance in tailings management, the condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as "Not Available," suggesting a lack of recent evaluation. The emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and risk management measures for the dam are also not specified in the data, highlighting potential areas for improvement in the dam's safety and management protocols.

Located in Summit County, Robinson Tailing Pond #1dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. As a key element in the tailings management system, the dam's structural integrity, maintenance, and emergency preparedness are essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment and communities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Robinson Tailing Pond #1dam an intriguing case study in dam management and regulation, with opportunities for further research and improvement in safety protocols.

Dam Length

6900

Dam Height

235

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

73391

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

235
       
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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.