North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam
Key Takeaway
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 40.8% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 412 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,238 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10654 |
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
WASHOE COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility 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 North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam is owned by WASHOE COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam built?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam last inspected?
North Spanish Springs Flood Detention Facility Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.