Alder Creek Ranch Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Alder Creek Ranch Dam, also known as Rose Creek Reservoir, is a privately owned structure in Humboldt, Nevada, designed for the purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Completed in 2006, this earth dam stands at 26 feet tall, with a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a length of 1500 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet, serving an area with a drainage area of 35 square miles.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Alder Creek Ranch Dam is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and two slide (sluice gate) outlet gates. With a surface area of 2 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in the irrigation infrastructure of the region.

Overall, Alder Creek Ranch Dam presents a moderate risk level, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in June 2019. With its strategic location on Alder Creek, this dam contributes to water resource management and agricultural activities in the area, highlighting the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for climate enthusiasts and stakeholders in the region.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

1500

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

35

Nid Storage

25

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 2

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.