Groundhog Res

Elko, Nevada· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Groundhog Res is classified as low hazard in Nevada.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 7% in NV)
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
NID IDNV00043

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Groundhog Res?

Groundhog Res 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 Groundhog Res?

Groundhog Res is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Groundhog Res?

Groundhog Res has a dam height of 9 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.

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.