Gw-1 Pond Dam, located in Henderson, Nevada, was completed in 2014 and is owned by a private entity.
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The dam, primarily designed by Titanium Metals Corporations, serves multiple purposes including tailings containment with a storage capacity of 45.6 acre-feet. With a height of 16.5 feet and a length of 1796 feet, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a stone core and soil foundation.
The dam has a spillway type of uncontrolled with a spillway width of 16 feet, and its condition assessment is rated as fair with a high hazard potential. While the risk assessment is moderate, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Nevada Department of Water Resources. The last inspection was conducted in October 2021, with a recommended inspection frequency of once per year.
Despite its fair condition assessment and moderate risk level, Gw-1 Pond Dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory aspects of this dam as it ensures the safety of the surrounding community and protects against potential hazards.
Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
1796 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
River Or Stream |
N/A |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.4 |
Nid Storage |
45.6 |
Structural Height |
16.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |