Pabco Dam Tailings Pond 10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Pabco Dam Tailings Pond 10, located in Clark County, Nevada, was completed in 1969 for the primary purpose of storing tailings.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a structural height of 27 feet and a length of 1750 feet, sits along the Colorado River and is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its compliance with safety regulations.
With a low hazard potential but a poor condition assessment, Pabco Dam Tailings Pond 10 presents a high risk, according to the data. The dam has a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.7 acres. While it lacks a spillway, it is equipped with one controlled outlet gate. The last inspection took place in April 2018, with a frequency of every 5 years, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with its condition.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the management and maintenance of dams like Pabco Dam Tailings Pond 10 become increasingly crucial. With its location near the Colorado River and the potential for high-risk scenarios, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize safety measures and invest in the necessary upgrades to ensure the long-term stability and resilience of this structure.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
COLORADO RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
37 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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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