Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam

CARSON RIVER-OS· Douglas, Nevada· Built 1986· Earth· 10 ft tall

Significant Hazard Other Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV)
Dam Length	6,850 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	630 acre-ft
Normal Storage	500 acre-ft

Surface Area	75 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	80 cfs
Year Completed	1986 (40 years old)
NID ID	NV00227

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: November 15, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

MINDEN-GARDNERVILLE SANITATION DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam is owned by MINDEN-GARDNERVILLE SANITATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam built?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District 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 Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District 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 Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam last inspected?

Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2023. 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.