Peavine Creek Lower Dam

Nevada — Washoe County — PEAVINE CREEK

Location

StateNevada
CountyWashoe
RiverPEAVINE CREEK
Coordinates39.53410, -119.85060

Physical Characteristics

NID Height51 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage190 acre-ft
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 16, 2023
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1962
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
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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