Wheeler Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
Nearest CityRENO
River/StreamDAVIS CREEK-OS
Coordinates39.47080, -119.82100

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length575 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage390 acre-ft
Max Storage390 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLAKERIDGE SHORES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/26/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV00072
Federal IDNV00072
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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