Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 140 ft (taller than 95% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 15,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 25.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10301 |
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
AU-REKA GOLD CORPORATION
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility 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 Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam is owned by AU-REKA GOLD CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam built?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility 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 Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam has a dam height of 140 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 Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam last inspected?
Mccoy/Cove Tailings Storage Facility Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.