Rmg South Leach Pad Event Pond 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The Rmg South Leach Pad Event Pond 4 Dam, located in Nye, Nevada, is a privately owned structure designed by Knight Piesold & Company.
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Summary
Completed in 2006, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 31 feet with a hydraulic height of 4 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction purposes. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of October 2021, this dam has a storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres.
Managed by the Nevada Department of Water Resources, this dam on an unnamed wash in Nevada is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agencies. While it has no spillway and a maximum discharge of 0 cubic feet per second, its design and construction reflect sound engineering practices to mitigate potential risks. With a risk assessment rating of high (2), measures for risk management and emergency preparedness are essential to ensure the safety and integrity of the Rmg South Leach Pad Event Pond 4 Dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Rmg South Leach Pad Event Pond 4 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure in flood risk reduction and water storage in the arid landscape of Nevada. Its location and design highlight the intersection of engineering expertise and environmental stewardship, emphasizing the importance of responsible water management practices. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain this dam, it stands as a testament to the essential role of dams in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against natural disasters and water scarcity challenges.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1290 |
Dam Height |
4 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED WASH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
4 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
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