Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam

UNNAMED WASH-OS· Nye, Nevada· Built 1995· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 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 26 ft (taller than 55.7% in NV)
Dam Length666 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDNV10451

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: October 21, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

KINROSS GOLD INC - ROUND MOUNTAIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 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 Storm Event Pond #3 Dam?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 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 Storm Event Pond #3 Dam built?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 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 Storm Event Pond #3 Dam?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Storm Event Pond #3 Dam last inspected?

Rmg South Storm Event Pond #3 Dam was last inspected on October 21, 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.