Smith Creek Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyLander
Nearest CityNONE
River/StreamSMITH CREEK
Coordinates39.38400, -117.63560

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height54 ft
Dam Height54 ft
Dam Length836 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,350 acre-ft
Max Storage1,350 acre-ft
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerSMITH CREEK RANCH COMPANY
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection08/11/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV00100
Federal IDNV00100
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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