Duck Creek West Dam

DUCK CREEK-OS· White Pine, Nevada· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Duck Creek West Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 32.4% in NV)
Dam Length888 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area98 sq mi
Max Discharge130 cfs
NID IDNV00193

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 4, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

KENNECOTT CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duck Creek West Dam?

Duck Creek West 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 Duck Creek West Dam?

Duck Creek West Dam is owned by KENNECOTT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Duck Creek West Dam?

Duck Creek West Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Duck Creek West Dam?

Duck Creek West Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Duck Creek West Dam last inspected?

Duck Creek West Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2022. 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.