Sun Valley Detention Dam
Nevada — Washoe County — SUN VALLEY CREEK
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Washoe |
| River | SUN VALLEY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.56690, -119.77250 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| NID Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 17, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF SPARKS |
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.