Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam
Key Takeaway
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft (taller than 0.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 4,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10691 |
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
INCLINE VILLAGE GID
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam?
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 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 Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam?
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam is owned by INCLINE VILLAGE GID (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam?
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam?
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam has a dam height of 5 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 Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam last inspected?
Wetlands Enhancement Cell 8 Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.