Virginia Lake Dam
Nevada — Washoe County — TRUCKEE RIVER-OS
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Washoe |
| River | TRUCKEE RIVER-OS |
| Coordinates | 39.50206, -119.80480 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 16, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1938 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF RENO |
Location Map
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.