Rgs Pond B3

MUDDY RIVER-OS· Clark, Nevada· Built 1982· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Rgs Pond B3 is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 25.4% in NV)
Dam Length2,510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDNV10734

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: December 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NV ENERGY - REID-GARDNER

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rgs Pond B3?

Rgs Pond B3 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 Rgs Pond B3?

Rgs Pond B3 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 Pond B3 built?

Rgs Pond B3 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Pond B3?

Rgs Pond B3 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 Pond B3?

Rgs Pond B3 has a dam height of 15 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 Pond B3 last inspected?

Rgs Pond B3 was last inspected on December 15, 2021. 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.