Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
Nearest CitySPARKS
River/StreamTRUCKEE DRAIN
Coordinates39.59750, -119.71690

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length2,335 ft
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,285 acre-ft
Max Storage1,285 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,285 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area30 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF SPARKS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/17/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV00245
Federal IDNV00245
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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