Caselton No 9 Dam, located in Caliente, Nevada, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
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Built for tailings storage, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans a length of 520 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a fair condition as of the last assessment in May 2018.
Situated along the Meadow Valley Wash-TR river, Caselton No 9 Dam has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. With no spillway and outlet gates, this dam poses a high risk due to its close proximity to the community and surrounding areas. Although it has not undergone any modifications in recent years, regular inspections every 5 years help ensure its structural integrity and safety.
In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, which raises concerns for effective risk management and response. Despite these shortcomings, the dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance practices for infrastructure of this nature.
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
MEADOW VALLEY WASH-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pioche City Park
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Cathedral Gorge State Park
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Echo Canyon Reservoir State Park
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