Rmg Upper Fire Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

The Rmg Upper Fire Pond Dam in Nye, Nevada, is a rockfill dam completed in 2007 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and water supply.


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Summary

Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the Nevada Division of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections. With a height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet, the dam serves a crucial role in water resource management in the region.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential with fair condition assessment, the Rmg Upper Fire Pond Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet valves. The dam's location in a remote area with a small drainage area of 0.1 square miles adds to its unique characteristics. The dam's moderate risk assessment (3) underscores the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community.

As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the Rmg Upper Fire Pond Dam plays a vital role in providing water for various purposes while also serving as a safeguard against potential fire hazards. With its moderate risk assessment and fair condition, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the long-term stability and effectiveness of this important water resource in Nye, Nevada.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

NONE

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

2.3

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

31

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Valve - 2

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.