Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 69 ft (taller than 88.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 6,729 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10800 |
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
JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam?
Tailing Storage Facility 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 Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam?
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam is owned by JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam built?
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam?
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam?
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam has a dam height of 69 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 Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam last inspected?
Tailing Storage Facility 3 Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.