Gold Quarry Water Treatment Ponds Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Carlin, Nevada, the Gold Quarry Water Treatment Ponds Dam stands as a vital structure designed for the treatment of water from Maggie Creek.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. With a primary purpose of 'Other,' the dam boasts an earth core type with a rockfill foundation, standing at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet.
The dam, completed with a spillway width of 25 feet, features two valve outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 555 cubic feet per second. With a storage capacity of 87.7 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was deemed unsatisfactory during its last inspection in July 2021, warranting further attention and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality.
Overall, the Gold Quarry Water Treatment Ponds Dam serves as a key infrastructure for water treatment and management in Eureka County, Nevada. With its strategic location along Maggie Creek, the dam plays a vital role in providing reliable water storage and discharge capabilities for the surrounding area. As efforts continue to address its current condition assessment and ensure its long-term integrity, the dam remains a crucial asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions for water management in the region.
Dam Length |
1165 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
MAGGIE CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
87.7 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Gold Quarry Water Treatment Ponds Dam