Emigrant Process Ponds Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Emigrant Process Ponds Dam, located in Elko, Nevada, is a privately owned structure completed in 2012 with a primary purpose classified as "Other." This earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a hydraulic height of 43 feet, with a structural height of 51 feet.
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Summary
The dam's design includes a core made of rockfill and foundations comprised of rock and soil, contributing to its capacity to store 216.4 acre-feet of water.
The dam, situated on Dixie Creek, has a normal storage capacity of 184 acre-feet and a surface area of 11.3 acres. Despite the low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, a high risk assessment score of 2 indicates potential vulnerabilities that may require mitigation measures. The dam does not feature a spillway, locks, or outlet gates, and has not undergone modifications since its completion.
The Emigrant Process Ponds Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Nevada Division of Water Resources, with state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. Although the dam has not experienced any associated structures or major incidents, its risk assessment suggests the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management to ensure the safety and longevity of this essential water resource infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
DIXIE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Nid Storage |
216.4 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
51 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Humboldt R Nr Carlin
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32cfs |
Maggie Ck At Carlin
|
12cfs |
Susie Creek At Carlin
|
1cfs |
Marys Creek At Carlin
|
3cfs |
S F Humboldt R Ab Dixie C Nr Elko
|
16cfs |
Humboldt R At Palisade
|
55cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Emigrant Process Ponds Dam