Lippincott Ski Ii Dam
Key Takeaway
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.8% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 4,516 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10455 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
LIPPINCOTT DOUG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lippincott Ski Ii Dam?
Lippincott Ski Ii 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 Lippincott Ski Ii Dam?
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam is owned by LIPPINCOTT DOUG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lippincott Ski Ii Dam built?
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Lippincott Ski Ii Dam?
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lippincott Ski Ii Dam?
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Lippincott Ski Ii Dam last inspected?
Lippincott Ski Ii Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.