Spring Creek Dam #1

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyElko
Nearest CitySPRING CREEK
River/StreamSPRING CREEK
Coordinates40.74170, -115.57110

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage230 acre-ft
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage230 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge1,440 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSPRING CREEK ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/26/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV00009
Federal IDNV00009
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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