Little High Rock Dam
Key Takeaway
Little High Rock Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 67.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 255 acres |
| Drainage Area | 210 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NV00034 |
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
MURPHY ERNEST
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little High Rock Dam?
Little High Rock 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 Little High Rock Dam?
Little High Rock Dam is owned by MURPHY ERNEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little High Rock Dam?
Little High Rock 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 Little High Rock Dam?
Little High Rock Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Little High Rock Dam last inspected?
Little High Rock Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.