Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B
Key Takeaway
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10787 |
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 Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B 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 Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B 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 Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B built?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B has a dam height of 9 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 Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B last inspected?
Rgs Units 1-3 Raw Water Pond B was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.