Phoenix Tailings Dam
Nevada, Lander County, NONE
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Lander |
| River | NONE |
| Coordinates | 40.48927, -117.13997 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 221 ft |
| Dam Height | 221 ft |
| Dam Length | 23,220 ft |
| NID Storage | 105,710 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 105,710 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 481 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 11, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1971 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC |
| Other Name | Bmg Copper Tailings 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.