Spooner Lake Dam

NORTH CANYON CREEK· Douglas, Nevada· Earth· 32 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Spooner Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 64.6% in NV)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.6K acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge170 cfs
NID IDNV00198

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

NEVADA DCNR PARKS

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spooner Lake Dam?

Spooner Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Spooner Lake Dam?

Spooner Lake Dam is owned by NEVADA DCNR PARKS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spooner Lake Dam?

Spooner Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Spooner Lake Dam?

Spooner Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Spooner Lake Dam last inspected?

Spooner Lake Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2021. 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.