Pagni Dam

STEAMBOAT CREEK· Washoe, Nevada· Earth· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Pagni Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation. 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	15 ft (taller than 25.4% in NV)
Dam Length	150 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	20 acre-ft
Normal Storage	10 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	109 sq mi
Max Discharge	400 cfs
NID ID	NV10442

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: July 18, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

WORLD PROPERTIES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pagni Dam?

Pagni 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 Pagni Dam?

Pagni Dam is owned by WORLD PROPERTIES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pagni Dam?

Pagni Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pagni Dam?

Pagni Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Pagni Dam last inspected?

Pagni Dam was last inspected on July 18, 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.