Virginia Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
Nearest CityRENO
River/StreamTRUCKEE RIVER-OS
Coordinates39.50206, -119.80480

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage25 acre-ft
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerCITY OF RENO
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/16/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10596
Federal IDNV10596
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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