Bently Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bently Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other. 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 | 66 ft (taller than 88.3% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 3,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10605 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BENTLY FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bently Reservoir Dam?
Bently Reservoir 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 Bently Reservoir Dam?
Bently Reservoir Dam is owned by BENTLY FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bently Reservoir Dam?
Bently Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bently Reservoir Dam?
Bently Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Bently Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bently Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.