West Logan Ridge Trail Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

West Logan Ridge Trail Dam, also known as Lower Logan Ridge Trail Dam, is a crucial structure located in Washoe, Nevada, designed by Summit Engineering Corporation to mitigate flood risks along the Truckee River.


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Summary

Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet with a hydraulic height of 46 feet, serving a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 6.6 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1622 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a vital role in ensuring the safety of the surrounding Mogul community.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources, West Logan Ridge Trail Dam has been inspected for safety and maintenance regularly, with a hazard potential rated as high and its condition assessed as fair. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's emergency action plan is up to date, ensuring preparedness for any potential incidents. With an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates, the dam remains a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

TRUCKEE RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.9

Hydraulic Height

46

Drainage Area

1.5

Nid Storage

6.6

Structural Height

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

50
       
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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.