Dufurrena Road Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dufurrena Road Pond Dam, also known as Dufurrena Pond Dam Nos.
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Summary
21, 23, and 25, is a federal-owned structure located in Section 2 of Humboldt, Nevada. Managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and was completed in 1940 to serve as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along Thousand Creek. With a storage capacity of 765 acre-feet and a surface area of 113.6 acres, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources for wildlife in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Dufurrena Road Pond Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of July 2015. The dam's outlet gates consist of Other Controlled and Slide mechanisms, and it has undergone modifications in 2000 to improve its hydraulic capabilities. Regular inspections by the Fish and Wildlife Service ensure the dam's integrity and safety, with the last inspection conducted in July 2015. With a drainage area of 533.2 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in water management for the surrounding ecosystem.
As a federally regulated structure, Dufurrena Road Pond Dam is subject to oversight by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. The dam's primary purpose as a Fish and Wildlife Pond underscores its importance in supporting local biodiversity. Despite its aging infrastructure, efforts to maintain and improve the dam continue to ensure its functionality and contribution to the conservation of water resources in the region.
Years Modified |
2000 - Hydraulic |
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
5911 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
Thousand Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
113.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
533.2 |
Nid Storage |
765 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled, Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Dufurrena Road Pond Dam