Simplot Tailings Dam
Nevada — Clark County
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Clark |
| Coordinates | 36.47306, -114.46944 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 185 ft |
| Dam Height | 185 ft |
| Dam Length | 12,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 12,924 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 12,924 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1981 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | SIMPLOT SILICA PRODUCTS |
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.