Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 102 ft (taller than 93.2% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 8,475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | NV10799 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 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 Tsf 2 Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam is owned by JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Tailings, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam?
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam has a dam height of 102 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 Tsf 2 Dam last inspected?
Jerritt Canyon Tsf 2 Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.