Sierra Springs Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyDouglas
Nearest CityMINDEN
River/StreamCARSON RIVER-OS
Coordinates39.05558, -119.78060

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height5 ft
Dam Height5 ft
Dam Length4,880 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage12 acre-ft
Max Storage12 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Max Discharge25 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSIERRA SPRINGS RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES INC.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/22/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10175
Federal IDNV10175
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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