Fridays Station Dam
Key Takeaway
Fridays Station Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | NV10683 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
EDGEWOOD COMPANIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fridays Station Dam?
Fridays Station 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 Fridays Station Dam?
Fridays Station Dam is owned by EDGEWOOD COMPANIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fridays Station Dam built?
Fridays Station Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Fridays Station Dam?
Fridays Station Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish 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 Fridays Station Dam?
Fridays Station 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 Fridays Station Dam last inspected?
Fridays Station Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.