Dry Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 80.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,218 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,118 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NV00042 |
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
PETAN COMPANY OF NEVADA INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek Dam?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek Dam?
Dry Creek Dam is owned by PETAN COMPANY OF NEVADA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek Dam built?
Dry Creek Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Dry Creek Dam?
Dry Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dry Creek Dam?
Dry Creek Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Dry Creek Dam last inspected?
Dry Creek Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.