Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5
Key Takeaway
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 82.1% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 3,126 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10779 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NV ENERGY - REID-GARDNER
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 is owned by NV ENERGY - REID-GARDNER (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 built?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 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 Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 has a dam height of 51 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 Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 last inspected?
Rgs Mesa Evaporation Pond M5 was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.