Valmy Evaporation Pond F
Key Takeaway
Valmy Evaporation Pond F is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 29.2% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 2,690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 358 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10669 |
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
NV ENERGY - NORTH VALMY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Valmy Evaporation Pond F?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F 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 F?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F 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 F built?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 F?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F 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 F?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F 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 Valmy Evaporation Pond F last inspected?
Valmy Evaporation Pond F was last inspected on June 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.