Jd Reservoir Dam

HENDERSON CREEK· Eureka, Nevada· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Jd Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.8% in NV)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area260 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNV00192

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

Ownership

NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jd Reservoir Dam?

Jd Reservoir 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 Jd Reservoir Dam?

Jd Reservoir Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jd Reservoir Dam?

Jd Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jd Reservoir Dam?

Jd Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Jd Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Jd Reservoir 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.