Marlette Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marlette Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 79.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 380 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 650 cfs |
| NID ID | NV00069 |
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 DA BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marlette Lake Dam?
Marlette Lake 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 Marlette Lake Dam?
Marlette Lake Dam is owned by NEVADA DA BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Marlette Lake Dam?
Marlette Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, 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 Marlette Lake Dam?
Marlette Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Marlette Lake Dam last inspected?
Marlette Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.