North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam
Key Takeaway
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 32.4% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 6,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 610 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10665 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DOUGLAS COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam?
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage 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 North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam?
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam is owned by DOUGLAS COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam?
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage 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 North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam?
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam has a dam height of 17 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 North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam last inspected?
North Carson Valley Treated Effluent Storage Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.