Hunter Creek Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hunter Creek Reservoir Dam, located in Washoe County, Nevada, serves as a vital water supply structure with a primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

Built in 1954, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet, with a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a length of 2075 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 93.4 acre-feet and is regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources.

Despite its fair condition assessment, the Hunter Creek Reservoir Dam poses a high hazard potential and is subject to regular inspections and maintenance. With a high risk rating of 2, the dam has undergone structural and hydraulic modifications in 1995 to ensure its continued functionality and safety. The dam lacks a spillway but features a valve outlet gate for water control.

The surrounding area of the dam in Reno, Nevada, is at risk of inundation, and emergency action plans are in place to mitigate potential hazards. Supervised by local government authorities, the Hunter Creek Reservoir Dam remains a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable dam operations and maintenance in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years Modified

1995 - Hydraulic, 1995 - Structural

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

2075

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

HUNTER CREEK-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

93.4

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.