Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam

NONE· Humboldt, Nevada· Built 1997· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 29.2% in NV)
Dam Length1,250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDNV10520

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 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

SSR MINING COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam?

Trenton Canyon Overflow 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 Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam?

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam is owned by SSR MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam built?

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam?

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam 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 Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam?

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam last inspected?

Trenton Canyon Overflow Pond Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2019. 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.