North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam
Key Takeaway
North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 61.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10249 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam?
North Area Leachate Pond Addition 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 North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam?
North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam?
North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam?
North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam has a dam height of 29 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 North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam last inspected?
North Area Leachate Pond Addition Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.