Bishop Creek Dam

Elko County, Nevada (near METROPOLIS)

River/Stream: BISHOP CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
80 ft
Dam Length
407 ft
Reservoir Storage
28,250 acre-ft
Year Completed
1912
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
3,200 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2023-06-19

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Unsatisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NV00050
State
Nevada (NV)
Coordinates
41.25560, -114.91330
Age
114 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.