Willow Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Willow Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 85.3% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 493 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 480 acres |
| Drainage Area | 113 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NV00054 |
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
NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Willow Creek Dam?
Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek Dam?
Willow Creek Dam is owned by NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willow Creek Dam built?
Willow Creek Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Willow Creek Dam?
Willow Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Willow Creek Dam?
Willow Creek Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Willow Creek Dam last inspected?
Willow Creek Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.