Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam

OFF STREAM· Nye, Nevada· Built 2012· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 3.2% in NV)
Dam Length7,570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage374 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2012 (14 years old)
NID IDNV10941

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: September 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

TONOPAH SOLAR ENERGY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds 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 Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam is owned by TONOPAH SOLAR ENERGY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam built?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds 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 Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam last inspected?

Crescent Dune Solar Ponds Dam was last inspected on September 25, 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.