Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam
Key Takeaway
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 50.5% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10216 |
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
CITY OF ELKO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam?
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage 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 Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam?
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam is owned by CITY OF ELKO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam?
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam?
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam last inspected?
Elko Emergency Effluent Storage Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.