The Chalk Bluff Treatment Plant Phase II Dam, located in Reno, Nevada, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by CH2M HILL to support water supply in the region.
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Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a storage capacity of 9.7 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected by the Nevada Division of Water Resources to ensure its structural integrity.
Situated on the Truckee River, this dam primarily serves the purpose of water supply, supporting the community's needs in Washoe County. With a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a spillway type of None, the Chalk Bluff Treatment Plant Phase II Dam plays a critical role in managing water flow and storage in the area. Despite its fair condition, the dam's risk assessment is rated as High, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards.
Managed by a public utility, this dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. With two outlet valves for water release, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 210 cubic feet per second. As climate change continues to impact water resources, infrastructure projects like the Chalk Bluff Treatment Plant Phase II Dam play a vital role in ensuring water security for communities in the face of increasing variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
1360 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TRUCKEE RIVER-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
9.7 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
Hunter C Nr Reno
|
5cfs |
Truckee River Nr Mogul
|
421cfs |
Truckee R At Reno
|
434cfs |
Truckee R Nr Sparks
|
387cfs |
Dog Creek At Verdi
|
1cfs |
Steamboat Ck At Short Ln At Reno
|
16cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Dog Valley
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Lookout Campground
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Lookout
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