Bog Hot Reservoir Dam

BOG HOT CREEK· Humboldt, Nevada· Earth· 11 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 15.7% in NV)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNV00003

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

SLOUGH S. WALLACE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bog Hot Reservoir Dam?

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bog Hot Reservoir Dam?

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam is owned by SLOUGH S. WALLACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bog Hot Reservoir Dam?

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bog Hot Reservoir Dam?

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Bog Hot Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Bog Hot Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2023. 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.