Chimney Creek Dam
Nevada — Elko County — FOURMILE CREEK
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Elko |
| River | FOURMILE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 41.70993, -116.55278 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 855 ft |
| NID Storage | 9,950 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 9,950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 24, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1903 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC |
| Other Name | Desert Ranch Reservoir |
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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.