Fernley Pond #2 Dam, located in Lyon, Nevada, was completed in 1963 and serves as a State-owned structure designed by SPROUT ENGINEERS INC.
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Humidity
The primary purpose of this Earth-type dam is for Fish and Wildlife Pond, with additional recreational benefits. With a height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 9 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 384 acre-feet, contributing to its low hazard potential.
This dam, situated on the Fernley Sink-Tr River, covers a surface area of 173 acres and has a drainage area of 0.4 square miles. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 40 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 1000 cubic feet per second. Despite its unsatisfactory condition assessment in 2018, the dam's risk assessment remains moderate, suggesting a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. Overall, Fernley Pond #2 Dam plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife, recreation, and water resource management efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
3375 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
FERNLEY SINK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
173 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
384 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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|
351cfs |
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|
124cfs |
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|
157cfs |
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|
2cfs |
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328cfs |
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|
344cfs |