Mathews Canyon Dam
Nevada — Lincoln County — MATHEWS CANYON
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Lincoln |
| River | MATHEWS CANYON |
| Coordinates | 37.49890, -114.22393 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 71 ft |
| Dam Height | 71 ft |
| Dam Length | 806 ft |
| NID Storage | 12,420 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 12,420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 25, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1957 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Los Angeles District |
| Other Name | Mathews Canyon Reservoir |
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.