South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 65.6% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 99 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10251 |
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
NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam?
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond 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 South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam?
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam?
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond 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 South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam?
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam last inspected?
South Leach Property Stormwater Pond Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.