Home Ranch Canyon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Home Ranch Canyon Dam, also known as Twin Springs Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Washoe County, Nevada.
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Summary
The dam, built on Twin Springs Creek, serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with additional functions including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. The earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet, with a length of 800 feet and a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet.
Despite its crucial role in water management, Home Ranch Canyon Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition, as indicated by a recent inspection. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to withstand extreme weather events. The risk assessment categorizes the structure as high risk, highlighting the need for immediate attention to ensure public safety and prevent potential disasters.
With the Nevada Division of Water Resources overseeing regulation, inspection, and enforcement, efforts are being made to address the dam's maintenance and safety concerns. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and advocate for the proper management of structures like Home Ranch Canyon Dam to safeguard water resources and mitigate the impacts of climate change on our communities and ecosystems.
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TWIN SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
3.6 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Truckee R Bl Derby Dam Nr Wadsworth
|
344cfs |
Truckee R Nr Nixon
|
328cfs |
Truckee River Nr Tracy
|
468cfs |
Truckee Ca Nr Wadsworth
|
157cfs |
Truckee R At Wadsworth
|
351cfs |
N Truckee Drain At Spanish Springs Rd Nr Sparks Nv
|
2cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Home Ranch Canyon Dam