Nv No Name 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Coyote Hole Dam Sheep Creek Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Nv No Name 1 Dam in Elko, Nevada, is a Federal-owned structure primarily serving as a reservoir for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam, standing at a height of 24 feet and stretching 100 feet in length, is situated on Sheep Creek-TR and falls under the jurisdiction of the Sacramento District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a hazard potential rated as low, the dam poses moderate risk and undergoes inspection every five years.
The dam, constructed with stone core types and resting on rock and soil foundations, lacks a controlled spillway and features no outlet gates. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam's risk is managed through undisclosed measures, ensuring potential emergencies are addressed with moderate preparedness. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its location and purpose highlight its significant role in providing water resources for both firefighting and livestock needs in the region, reflecting the careful balance between water management and environmental conservation in Nevada's arid landscape.
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SHEEP CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Nv No Name 1 Dam