Pradare Spring Dam

WARM SPRINGS CREEK-OS· Washoe, Nevada· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Pradare Spring Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 35.2% in NV)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
NID IDNV10637

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 25, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

INTERMOUNTAIN LAND COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pradare Spring Dam?

Pradare Spring Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pradare Spring Dam?

Pradare Spring Dam is owned by INTERMOUNTAIN LAND COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pradare Spring Dam?

Pradare Spring Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Pradare Spring Dam?

Pradare Spring Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Pradare Spring Dam last inspected?

Pradare Spring Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2020. 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.