Giroux Wash Tsf Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Giroux Wash Tsf Dam, located in White Pine, Nevada, is a privately owned structure designed by SRK Consulting and Westec Inc.


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Summary

with a primary purpose of tailings storage. Completed in 1995, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 194 feet, with a structural height of 198 feet and a length of 12,600 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 190,224 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1,850 acres, serving the Giroux Wash watershed with a drainage area of 2.5 square miles.

The dam has a high hazard potential and is classified as fair in terms of condition assessment. It is regularly inspected by the Nevada Department of Water Resources and meets state regulatory standards. Despite the absence of a spillway, the dam is equipped with one other controlled outlet gate for water release. The surrounding area is at risk of inundation in case of a breach, thus highlighting the importance of effective risk management measures and emergency action plans to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the event of a disaster.

With its critical role in water resource management and climate resilience, Giroux Wash Tsf Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community in Preston, Nevada. As climate change continues to impact the region, monitoring and maintenance of this dam will be crucial in safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

12600

Dam Height

194

River Or Stream

GIROUX WASH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1850

Hydraulic Height

194

Drainage Area

2.5

Nid Storage

190224

Structural Height

198

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

198
       
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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.