Sunflower Reservoir Dam

Nevada — Elko County — GOLD CREEK-TR

Location

StateNevada
CountyElko
RiverGOLD CREEK-TR
Coordinates41.75393, -115.72217

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length700 ft
NID Storage2,057 acre-ft
Max Storage2,057 acre-ft
Surface Area200 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 24, 2023
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1889
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerELLISON RANCHING COMPANY
Other NameGold Creek Dam

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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.

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