Carico Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carico Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 3.2% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NV00056 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CARICO LAKE RANCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carico Lake Dam?
Carico Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carico Lake Dam?
Carico Lake Dam is owned by CARICO LAKE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Carico Lake Dam?
Carico Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carico Lake Dam?
Carico Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Carico Lake Dam last inspected?
Carico Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.