Wetlands At Kiley Ranch Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
The Wetlands At Kiley Ranch Dam, also known as Parcel Iic At Kiley Ranch, is a privately owned wetland area located in Sparks, Nevada.
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Summary
This wetland serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and providing a habitat for fish and wildlife. The dam, primarily designed for flood risk reduction, is an earth dam with a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 7 feet.
Located along the Truckee River, the Wetlands At Kiley Ranch Dam covers a surface area of 80 acres with a drainage area of 1.3 square miles. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. However, the dam is currently in poor condition with a significant hazard potential, indicating the need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction and wildlife conservation efforts.
Despite its current condition, the Wetlands At Kiley Ranch Dam remains a valuable asset for the local ecosystem and flood management in the Washoe County area. With proper maintenance and management, this wetland area can continue to serve its dual purpose of supporting wildlife while reducing flood risks along the Truckee River.
Dam Length |
4000 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TRUCKEE RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
1.3 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Wetlands At Kiley Ranch Dam