Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47.3% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 346 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10507 |
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
KINROSS GOLD INC - ROUND MOUNTAIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 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 Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam is owned by KINROSS GOLD INC - ROUND MOUNTAIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam built?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 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 Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam last inspected?
Rmg South Process Pond #2 Dam was last inspected on October 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.