Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam

NONE· Clark, Nevada· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 25.4% in NV)
Dam Length655 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDNV00220

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: April 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

CITY OF BOULDER

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam?

Boulder Wastewater Storage 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 Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam?

Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam is owned by CITY OF BOULDER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam?

Boulder Wastewater Storage 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 Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam?

Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam last inspected?

Boulder Wastewater Storage Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2019. 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.