Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.8% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,015 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10270 |
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
CITY OF WINNEMUCCA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 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 Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 is owned by CITY OF WINNEMUCCA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 built?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 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 Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 has a dam height of 7 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 Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 last inspected?
Winnemucca Lagoon Dam #5 was last inspected on September 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.