Emigrant Process Ponds Dam
Key Takeaway
Emigrant Process 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 | 45 ft (taller than 77.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10667 |
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
NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emigrant Process Ponds Dam?
Emigrant Process 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 Emigrant Process Ponds Dam?
Emigrant Process Ponds Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emigrant Process Ponds Dam built?
Emigrant Process 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 Emigrant Process Ponds Dam?
Emigrant Process 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 Emigrant Process Ponds Dam?
Emigrant Process Ponds Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Emigrant Process Ponds Dam last inspected?
Emigrant Process Ponds Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.