Herman Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
Nearest CityRENO
River/StreamEVANS CREEK
Coordinates39.54810, -119.82520

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length220 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage16 acre-ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge650 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWASHOE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/01/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10371
Federal IDNV10371
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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