Palisades 2 Dam

HUMBOLT RIVER-TR· Eureka, Nevada· Earth·
Low Hazard Debris Control Flood Risk Reduction Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Palisades 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Length3,040 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge445 cfs
NID IDNV10114

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

USDI BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT-ELKO DISTRICT

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Palisades 2 Dam?

Palisades 2 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 Palisades 2 Dam?

Palisades 2 Dam is owned by USDI BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT-ELKO DISTRICT (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Palisades 2 Dam?

Palisades 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Palisades 2 Dam last inspected?

Palisades 2 Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.