Jerritt Canyon Tailings Dam
Nevada, Elko County, NORTH FORK HUMBOLDT RIVER-OS
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Elko |
| River | NORTH FORK HUMBOLDT RIVER-OS |
| Coordinates | 41.40250, -115.89190 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 162 ft |
| Dam Height | 147 ft |
| Dam Length | 14,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 24,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 24,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 11, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1981 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | JERRITT CANYON GOLD LLC |
Location Map
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.