Summary
The dam serves a variety of purposes, with a storage capacity of 56.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.1 acres. Despite its relatively low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a high risk level due to its location and design.
Managed by the Nevada Division of Water Resources, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with guidelines. With a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a maximum discharge of 2 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Although it lacks a spillway, the dam is equipped with other controlled outlets to manage water flow and mitigate potential risks.
The surrounding area, with its rocky fill core and soil foundation, benefits from the dam's presence in controlling water flow and providing storage capacity. With its strategic location and design, Hycroft North Leach and Event Ponds Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in Nevada, serving as a vital infrastructure for climate and water enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
1025 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
NONE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
56.2 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Hycroft North Leach And Event Ponds Dam