Independence
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | Sierra |
| River/Stream | Independence Cr |
| Coordinates | 39.45190, -120.29070 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 847 ft |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 18,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 725 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Truckee Meadows Water Authority |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 10/23/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |