Washoe Lake Dam

Nevada — Washoe County — STEAMBOAT CREEK

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
RiverSTEAMBOAT CREEK
Coordinates39.32970, -119.80200

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length30 ft
NID Storage400 acre-ft
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 18, 2023
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeMasonry
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerWASHOE LK RES & GALENA CK DITCH CO

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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