East Wash Diversion Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
River/StreamEAST WASH
Coordinates39.54860, -119.84490

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length598 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage91 acre-ft
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,355 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF RENO
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/16/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV00079
Federal IDNV00079
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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