Palisades 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Palisades 1 Dam Palisades 4 Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Palisades 2 Dam, located in Eureka, Nevada, along the Humboldt River, serves as a crucial structure for debris control and flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This Federal-owned dam, designed by USDI BOR, stands at a structural height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 30 feet. With a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of inundation in the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Palisades 2 Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of June 2019. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 445 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this dam indicates a moderate level of risk (3), prompting the need for regular inspections and potential maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in managing water resources and protecting the local community from flooding events.
Congressional District 02 in Nevada, represented by Mark E. Amodei (R), oversees the regulatory aspects of Palisades 2 Dam under the Nevada Department of Water Resources. The dam's location, design, and purpose highlight its importance in safeguarding the region against potential water-related hazards. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience can appreciate the critical role that Palisades 2 Dam plays in maintaining the safety and stability of the surrounding area's water infrastructure.
Dam Length |
3040 |
River Or Stream |
HUMBOLT RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Humboldt R At Palisade
|
62cfs |
Marys Creek At Carlin
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5cfs |
Maggie Ck At Carlin
|
12cfs |
Susie Creek At Carlin
|
1cfs |
Humboldt R Nr Carlin
|
40cfs |
Maggie Creek At Maggie Cr Cyn Nr Carlin
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Palisades 2 Dam