Phoenix Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Phoenix Tailings Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 173 ft (taller than 96.2% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 23,220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 481 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NV00131 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Phoenix Tailings Dam?
Phoenix Tailings 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 Phoenix Tailings Dam?
Phoenix Tailings Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Phoenix Tailings Dam built?
Phoenix Tailings Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Phoenix Tailings Dam?
Phoenix Tailings Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Tailings, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Phoenix Tailings Dam?
Phoenix Tailings Dam has a dam height of 173 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 Phoenix Tailings Dam last inspected?
Phoenix Tailings Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.