Roberts Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Roberts Creek Dam, located in Palisade, Nevada, was completed in 1957 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes along Roberts Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 23 feet, providing a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate.
The dam's location in Eureka County, Nevada, within the Sacramento District, makes it subject to state regulation by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. The last inspection in May 2017 deemed the dam to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its modest size and storage capacity, Roberts Creek Dam plays a crucial role in supporting irrigation, fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond needs in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts intrigued by infrastructure like Roberts Creek Dam will appreciate its role in sustaining agricultural activities and ecological balance along Roberts Creek. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, ongoing inspections and maintenance ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community. As a private-owned structure, the dam showcases the collaborative efforts between private owners and regulatory agencies to manage water resources effectively in Nevada.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
ROBERTS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
3.1 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Roberts Creek Dam