Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam

N/A· Eureka, Nevada· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 51.9% in NV)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNV10844

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

EUREKA MOLY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam?

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam?

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam is owned by EUREKA MOLY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam?

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam?

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam last inspected?

Eureka Moly Storm Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2020. 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.