Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam
Key Takeaway
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 92.6% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 10,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 107 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | NV10849 |
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
SIMPLOT SILICA PRODUCTS
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise 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 Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam is owned by SIMPLOT SILICA PRODUCTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam built?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam has a dam height of 100 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 Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam last inspected?
Simplot Silica Tailings Raise Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.