Caselton Mill Middle Dam, located in Caliente, Nevada, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of tailings storage.
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The dam, standing at 20 feet tall and stretching 100 feet in length, was completed with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on the Meadow Valley Wash-TR river or stream, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Nevada Department of Water Resources to ensure its safe operation and maintenance.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Caselton Mill Middle Dam is deemed to have high risk, with a fair condition assessment as of May 2018. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, which may pose challenges in managing water discharge during extreme conditions. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the dam are currently not specified, highlighting the need for proactive measures to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of downstream communities and ecosystems.
With its unique design and purpose, Caselton Mill Middle Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Lincoln County, Nevada. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water availability and quality, monitoring and maintaining the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness will be crucial in safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential hazards and ensuring sustainable water management practices for the future.
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
MEADOW VALLEY WASH-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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