Lahontan Dam, Earthen dam in Churchill County, United States.
The Lahontan Dam extends 1,700 feet across the Carson River, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 295,500 acre-feet of water.
Upon completion in 1915, the Lahontan Dam emerged as the largest earth-fill structure in the United States, marking a milestone in water management infrastructure.
The dam forms part of the Newlands Project, which transformed agricultural practices in Nevada by providing irrigation water to 73,000 acres of farmland.
Visitors can access the reservoir for fishing, boating, and camping activities, while the dam operates hydroelectric generators producing 4,000 kilowatts of power.
The reservoir attracts 280 different species of birds, including pelicans, herons, and hawks, making it Nevada's primary waterfowl breeding location.
Location: Churchill County
Inception: 1915
GPS coordinates: 39.46250,-119.06472
Latest update: March 14, 2025 18:12
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