Capd 8 Dam
Key Takeaway
Capd 8 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 17.5% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | NV10925 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
OLIN CHLOR ALKALI PRODUCTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Capd 8 Dam?
Capd 8 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 Capd 8 Dam?
Capd 8 Dam is owned by OLIN CHLOR ALKALI PRODUCTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Capd 8 Dam built?
Capd 8 Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Capd 8 Dam?
Capd 8 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 Capd 8 Dam?
Capd 8 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Capd 8 Dam last inspected?
Capd 8 Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.