Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam

AMARGOSA RIVER-OS· Nye, Nevada· Built 2005· Earth· 6 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 0.8% in NV)
Dam Length1,414 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDNV10628

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: January 30, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam?

Bullfrog Evap Pond 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 Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam?

Bullfrog Evap 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 Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam built?

Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam?

Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam?

Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam last inspected?

Bullfrog Evap Pond Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2022. 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.