Dacey Dam

MOORMAN CREEK· Nye, Nevada· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Dacey Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 17.5% in NV)
Dam Length1,411 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage784 acre-ft
Normal Storage600 acre-ft
Surface Area215 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,700 cfs
Year Modified1991
NID IDNV00120

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 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dacey Dam?

Dacey 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 Dacey Dam?

Dacey Dam is owned by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dacey Dam?

Dacey Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dacey Dam?

Dacey 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 Dacey Dam last inspected?

Dacey Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. 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.