Tracy Evaporation Pond 3

TRUCKEE RIVER-OS· Storey, Nevada· Built 2016· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 45.1% in NV)
Dam Length1,997 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed2016 (10 years old)
NID IDNV10891

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
Last Inspection: June 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NV ENERGY - FRANK A. TRACY

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tracy Evaporation Pond 3?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 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 Tracy Evaporation Pond 3?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 is owned by NV ENERGY - FRANK A. TRACY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 built?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Tracy Evaporation Pond 3?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tracy Evaporation Pond 3?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 has a dam height of 21 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 Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 last inspected?

Tracy Evaporation Pond 3 was last inspected on June 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.