Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam
Key Takeaway
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 15.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,572 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 392 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 357 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,625 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 910 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NV20144 |
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
USDI FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike 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 Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam is owned by USDI FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam built?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam last inspected?
Pahranagat Upper Cross Dike Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.