Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 147 ft (taller than 95.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 14,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10194 |
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
JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings 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 Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam is owned by JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam built?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam has a dam height of 147 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 Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam last inspected?
Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.