Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam

CLEAR CREEK-OS· Carson City, Nevada· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV)
Dam Length2,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
NID IDNV10624

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

CITY OF CARSON CITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam?

Carson City South Storage Ponds 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 Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam?

Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam is owned by CITY OF CARSON CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam?

Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam?

Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam last inspected?

Carson City South Storage Ponds Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.