Long Canyon Process Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Long Canyon Process Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 25.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10858 |
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
NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Long Canyon Process Pond Dam?
Long Canyon Process Pond 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 Long Canyon Process Pond Dam?
Long Canyon Process Pond Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Canyon Process Pond Dam built?
Long Canyon Process Pond Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Long Canyon Process Pond Dam?
Long Canyon Process Pond 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 Long Canyon Process Pond Dam?
Long Canyon Process Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Long Canyon Process Pond Dam last inspected?
Long Canyon Process Pond Dam was last inspected on September 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.