Washoe Lake Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
Nearest CityPLEASANT VALLEY
River/StreamSTEAMBOAT CREEK
Coordinates39.32970, -119.80200

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length30 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage400 acre-ft
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area83 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerWASHOE LK RES & GALENA CK DITCH CO
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection07/18/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10472
Federal IDNV10472
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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