Mill Creek No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek No 1 Dam 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 | 23 ft (taller than 48.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10376 |
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 No 1 Dam?
Mill Creek No 1 Dam 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 No 1 Dam?
Mill Creek No 1 Dam 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 No 1 Dam?
Mill Creek No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek No 1 Dam?
Mill Creek No 1 Dam has a dam height of 23 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 No 1 Dam last inspected?
Mill Creek No 1 Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.