Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam

WILCOX CANYON CREEK· Washoe, Nevada· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilcox Canyon #1 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	25 ft (taller than 51.9% in NV)
Dam Length	1,500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	350 acre-ft
Normal Storage	100 acre-ft

Surface Area	20 acres
Drainage Area	5 sq mi
Max Discharge	20 cfs
NID ID	NV10481

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: May 31, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

STAMBAUGH KEVIN

Private

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Home Ranch Canyon Dam

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Jones Canyon Dam

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Derby Diversion

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West Tracy Secondary Evaporation Pond

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Tracy Evaporation Pond 3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam?

Wilcox Canyon #1 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 Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam?

Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam is owned by STAMBAUGH KEVIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam?

Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam?

Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam last inspected?

Wilcox Canyon #1 Dam was last inspected on May 31, 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.