Deer Creek Diversion
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | Nevada |
| Nearest City | Nevada City |
| River/Stream | Deer Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.26970, -120.95410 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Arch |
| NID Height | 92 ft |
| Dam Height | 92 ft |
| Dam Length | 334 ft |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,400 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Debris Control |
| Owner | Nevada Irrigation District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 09/04/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |