Echo Canyon Dam
Key Takeaway
Echo Canyon Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 85.3% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,186 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NV00117 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NEVADA DCNR PARKS
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echo Canyon Dam?
Echo Canyon Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Echo Canyon Dam?
Echo Canyon Dam is owned by NEVADA DCNR PARKS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echo Canyon Dam built?
Echo Canyon Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Echo Canyon Dam?
Echo Canyon Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Echo Canyon Dam?
Echo Canyon Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Echo Canyon Dam last inspected?
Echo Canyon Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.