Fish Lake Dam
May 4, 2024
Fish Lake Dam, located in Esmeralda County, Nevada, is a privately owned structure on Leidy Creek primarily used for irrigation. With a height of 16 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet, this earth dam spans 2,850 feet and has a storage capacity of 2,200 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2021, indicating a need for maintenance and repair.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 150 feet, and it is equipped with a single slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. While Fish Lake Dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, irrigation, and recreation, its condition assessment and risk assessment both point to moderate concerns that may require attention to ensure its long-term stability and safety. The dam is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections, but further risk management measures may be needed to address the current issues highlighted in the inspection reports.
| Dam_Height | 16 |
| River_Or_Stream | LEIDY CREEK |
| Dam_Length | 2850 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Surface_Area | 450 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 10 |
| Drainage_Area | 430 |
| Nid_Storage | 2200 |
| Structural_Height | 21 |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
| Hazard_Potential | Low |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Nid_Height | 21 |
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