South Fork Dam, located in Elko, Nevada, along the South Fork Humboldt River, is a state-owned structure constructed in 1989 by the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The dam primarily serves as a recreational area, providing a fish and wildlife pond, flood risk reduction, and opportunities for outdoor activities. With a height of 55 feet and a length of 1650 feet, the earth dam holds a storage capacity of 52,500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1900 acres.

Despite its fair condition assessment, South Fork Dam has a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it can hold. Regular inspections are conducted by the Nevada Division of Water Resources, with the last assessment taking place in October 2021. The dam features controlled spillways and outlet gates for water management, enhancing its structural integrity and ability to handle maximum discharge levels of up to 7750 cubic feet per second. With a very high risk rating, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are crucial to ensuring public safety in case of a potential breach or flooding event.