Mill Creek Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 83.5% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 357 cfs |
| NID ID | NV00076 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
INCLINE VILLAGE GID
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Dam No 2?
Mill Creek Dam No 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mill Creek Dam No 2?
Mill Creek Dam No 2 is owned by INCLINE VILLAGE GID (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mill Creek Dam No 2?
Mill Creek Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek Dam No 2?
Mill Creek Dam No 2 has a dam height of 55 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 Mill Creek Dam No 2 last inspected?
Mill Creek Dam No 2 was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.