Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 84.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,657 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 857 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10804 |
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
KLONDEX AURORA MINE INC
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 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 Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam is owned by KLONDEX AURORA MINE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam built?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 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 Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam has a dam height of 56 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 Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam last inspected?
Esmeralda Mine Tsf 2 Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.