Sheep Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sheep Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 38.8% in NV) |
| Max Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| NID ID | NV10135 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Sheep Creek Dam?
Sheep Creek 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 Sheep Creek Dam?
Sheep Creek Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Sheep Creek Dam?
Sheep Creek Dam has a dam height of 19 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.