Valmy Evaporation Pond F Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Located in Humboldt, Nevada, the Valmy Evaporation Pond F Dam stands as a vital structure for water management in the region.
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Summary
Completed in 2008, this earth dam has a height of 16 feet and a length of 2690 feet, providing storage capacity of 358 acre-feet. With a surface area of 31 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water levels in the Humboldt River-OS.
Owned by a public utility, the Valmy Evaporation Pond F Dam is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources, with regular inspections ensuring its fair condition and low hazard potential. Despite its modest size, the dam's risk assessment is rated as high, emphasizing the importance of efficient risk management measures. With no spillway, the dam features one controlled outlet gate for water release, contributing to its operational effectiveness in water resource management.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the Valmy Evaporation Pond F Dam serves as a valuable asset for maintaining water quality and quantity in the area. Its strategic location and design contribute to effective water storage and regulation, highlighting its significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices in Nevada.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
2690 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
HUMBOLDT RIVER-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
358 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Valmy Evaporation Pond F Dam