Valmy Evaporation Pond D

HUMBOLDT RIVER-OS· Humboldt, Nevada· Built 1980· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Valmy Evaporation Pond D is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV)
Dam Length4,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNV10761

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

NV ENERGY - NORTH VALMY

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Valmy Evaporation Pond D?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D 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 Valmy Evaporation Pond D?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D is owned by NV ENERGY - NORTH VALMY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Valmy Evaporation Pond D built?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Valmy Evaporation Pond D?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D 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 Valmy Evaporation Pond D?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D has a dam height of 10 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 Valmy Evaporation Pond D last inspected?

Valmy Evaporation Pond D 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.