Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam

RABBIT CREEK-OS· Humboldt, Nevada· Built 1995· Earth· 50 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 80.7% in NV)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDNV10457

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: October 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam?

Twin Creeks Distribution 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 Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam?

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam built?

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam?

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam?

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam last inspected?

Twin Creeks Distribution Pond Dam was last inspected on October 7, 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.