Barrick Roaster Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Barrick Roaster Pond Dam, also known as the North Block Leachate Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Dunphy, Nevada.


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Summary

Completed in 1993, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet. With a primary purpose classified as "Other," the dam serves various functions related to water resource management.

This significant dam has a storage capacity of 44 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.1 acres. Despite its lack of a spillway, Barrick Roaster Pond Dam is regularly inspected and regulated by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. The dam's hazard potential is deemed "Significant," and a risk assessment has classified it as high, emphasizing the importance of diligent maintenance and monitoring to ensure its structural integrity and mitigate potential risks to the surrounding area.

As a key component of the water infrastructure in Eureka County, Nevada, Barrick Roaster Pond Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for the region. Its association with the Rodeo Creek-OS stream and the Sacramento District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its importance in the local ecosystem and underscores the need for careful oversight and maintenance to safeguard against any potential hazards or emergencies.

Years Modified

1999 - Structural

Year Completed

1993

Dam Length

420

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

RODEO CREEK-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.1

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

44

Structural Height

19

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.