Fernley Pond Dam #3, located in Lyon County, Nevada, was completed in 1958 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
Wind
Humidity
This Earth-type dam stands at 18 feet high and stretches 3,691 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 760 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is classified as low, its condition assessment is noted as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential repairs.
The dam is under state jurisdiction and regulated by the Nevada Division of Water Resources, with inspection, permitting, and enforcement all conducted at the state level. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam features an outlet gate for controlled water release. The surrounding area offers 95 acres of surface water and is vital for recreation and wildlife preservation. However, with a risk assessment rating of high, there may be a need for increased risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for the future.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
3691 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
FERNLEY SINK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
95 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
760 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Truckee R At Wadsworth
|
241cfs |
Truckee Ca Nr Wadsworth
|
249cfs |
Truckee Ca Nr Hazen
|
205cfs |
Carson River Blw Lahontan Reservoir Nr Fallon
|
2cfs |
Truckee R Nr Nixon
|
237cfs |
Truckee R Bl Derby Dam Nr Wadsworth
|
230cfs |