Carlin Gold Tailings Dam
Nevada, Eureka County, SHEEP CREEK-TR
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Eureka |
| River | SHEEP CREEK-TR |
| Coordinates | 40.91500, -116.33060 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 270 ft |
| Dam Height | 270 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,030 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,030 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 12, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1991 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | NEVADA GOLD MINES LLC |
| Other Name | Newmont Mill #1 Tails 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.