Soldier Meadow Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Soldier Meadow Dam, located in Humboldt, Nevada, on Soldier Creek, is a private dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The dam is an earth-type structure with a height of 51 feet and a hydraulic height of 48 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1740 acre-feet and a drainage area of 51.7 square miles. The dam has a spillway width of 30 feet and is equipped with two slide (sluice gate) outlet gates.

Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in October 2021, Soldier Meadow Dam has a high hazard potential, making it crucial for regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. In the event of an emergency, preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) may be necessary to protect downstream areas from potential flooding risks associated with the dam.

With a moderate risk assessment rating, Soldier Meadow Dam serves as an important water resource infrastructure in the region, providing vital irrigation water for agricultural purposes. Its location in the Walla Walla District and its association with Congressional District 02, Nevada, highlight its significance in water management and climate resilience efforts in the area.

Dam Length

2800

Dam Height

51

River Or Stream

SOLDIER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

87

Hydraulic Height

48

Drainage Area

51.7

Nid Storage

1740

Structural Height

56

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 2

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

56
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.