Virginia Lake Dam

Nevada — Washoe County — TRUCKEE RIVER-OS

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
RiverTRUCKEE RIVER-OS
Coordinates39.50206, -119.80480

Physical Characteristics

NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
NID Storage25 acre-ft
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 16, 2023
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1938
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF RENO

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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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