S Line Dam

CARSON RIVER-OS· Churchill, Nevada· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

S Line Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV)
Dam Length6,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
NID IDNV00087

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: September 7, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

TRUCKEE-CARSON IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of S Line Dam?

S Line 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 S Line Dam?

S Line Dam is owned by TRUCKEE-CARSON IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of S Line Dam?

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

How tall is S Line Dam?

S Line 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 S Line Dam last inspected?

S Line Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2018. 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.