Cortez Tails #7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cortez Tails #7 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 86.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 7,255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10449 |
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
CORTEZ GOLD MINES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cortez Tails #7 Dam?
Cortez Tails #7 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 Cortez Tails #7 Dam?
Cortez Tails #7 Dam is owned by CORTEZ GOLD MINES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cortez Tails #7 Dam built?
Cortez Tails #7 Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Cortez Tails #7 Dam?
Cortez Tails #7 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cortez Tails #7 Dam?
Cortez Tails #7 Dam has a dam height of 63 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 Cortez Tails #7 Dam last inspected?
Cortez Tails #7 Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.