Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam

N/A· Elko, Nevada· Built 2016· Rockfill· 60 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 60 ft (taller than 85.7% in NV)
Dam Length332 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge192 cfs
Year Completed2016 (10 years old)
NID IDNV10890

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 12, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam built?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam has a dam height of 60 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam last inspected?

Arturo East Pit Stormwater Pond Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.