Pond Gw-11 Dam

LAS VEGAS WASH-OS· Clark, Nevada· Built 1998· Earth· 23 ft tall
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Pond Gw-11 Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 Length3,266 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDNV10797

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 26, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NV ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond Gw-11 Dam?

Pond Gw-11 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 Pond Gw-11 Dam?

Pond Gw-11 Dam is owned by NV ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pond Gw-11 Dam built?

Pond Gw-11 Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Pond Gw-11 Dam?

Pond Gw-11 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 Pond Gw-11 Dam?

Pond Gw-11 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 Pond Gw-11 Dam last inspected?

Pond Gw-11 Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2024. 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.