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Bmg Mine Willow Creek Dam, located in Lander, Nevada, is a privately owned earth dam standing at 60 feet high with a hydraulic height of 47 feet and a structural height of 115 feet. Completed in 1989, this dam serves multiple purposes including recreation, tailings containment, and water supply. With a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, the dam sits on Willow Creek and has a drainage area of 6 square miles.
Managed by the Nevada Department of Water Resources, Bmg Mine Willow Creek Dam has a spillway width of 40 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type. The dam's condition assessment is rated as fair, with a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The last inspection was conducted in May 2020, with inspections occurring every 3 years. The dam is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water release in case of emergencies.
Despite its modest size, Bmg Mine Willow Creek Dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water management. Its strategic location on Willow Creek ensures a stable water supply for surrounding areas while also providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Bmg Mine Willow Creek Dam will be essential to ensure their safety and functionality in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
Year_Completed | 1989 |
Dam_Height | 60 |
River_Or_Stream | WILLOW CREEK |
Dam_Length | 680 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 11 |
Hydraulic_Height | 47 |
Drainage_Area | 6 |
Nid_Storage | 200 |
Structural_Height | 115 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock |
Nid_Height | 115 |
HUMBOLDT R AT BATTLE MOUNTAIN | 453cfs |
HUMBOLDT R AT COMUS | 416cfs |
MARTIN C NR PARADISE VALLEY | 69cfs |
HUMBOLDT RIVER AT OLD US 40 BRIDGE | 403cfs |
ROCK CK NR BATTLE MOUNTAIN | 28cfs |
L HUMBOLDT R NR PARADISE VALLEY | 63cfs |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Wilson Reservoir | |||
Hickison Petroglyth | |||
Sonoma Creek Dispersed | |||
Lye Creek | |||
Bob Scott |