Section 22 Midas Tailings Storage Facility Dam

Elko County, Nevada (near WINNEMUCCA)

River/Stream: NONE

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
186 ft
Dam Length
2,190 ft
Reservoir Storage
3,900 acre-ft
Year Completed
—
Primary Purpose
Tailings
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2021-10-06

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NV10914
State
Nevada (NV)
Coordinates
41.24102, -116.76256

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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.