Caselton No 8 Dam, located in Caliente, Nevada, along the Meadow Valley Wash, is a privately owned structure primarily used for tailings purposes.
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Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a hydraulic height of 30 feet, with a structural height matching the dam's total height. The dam stretches 820 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a fair condition assessment, Caselton No 8 Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Nevada Division of Water Resources. The last inspection in May 2018 deemed the dam to be in satisfactory condition, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam does not have a spillway, outlet gates, or locks, it is monitored for risk assessment, with a high risk level assigned to it. Overall, this dam serves as a vital component in managing water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for climate and water resource enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
MEADOW VALLEY WASH-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
| 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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