Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam
Key Takeaway
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.1% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 2,335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NV00245 |
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
CITY OF SPARKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam?
Spanish Springs Stormwater 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 Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam?
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam is owned by CITY OF SPARKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam built?
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam?
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam?
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam last inspected?
Spanish Springs Stormwater Detention Facility Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.