Sheep Creek Dam

Elko, Nevada· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Not Listed

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 Storage8.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage6.0K acre-ft
NID IDNV10135

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.