Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam

NONE· Humboldt, Nevada· Built 2014· Earth· 50 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 80.7% in NV)
Dam Length1,025 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed2014 (12 years old)
NID IDNV10846

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
Last Inspection: July 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

ALLIED NEVADA GOLD CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam?

Hycroft North Leach and Event 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 Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam?

Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam is owned by ALLIED NEVADA GOLD CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam built?

Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam?

Hycroft North Leach and Event 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 Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam?

Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam last inspected?

Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2022. 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.