Mathews Canyon Dam

Lincoln County, Nevada (near CALIENTE)

River/Stream: MATHEWS CANYON

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
71 ft
Dam Length
806 ft
Reservoir Storage
12,420 acre-ft
Year Completed
1957
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
13,060 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-06-25

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NV10002
State
Nevada (NV)
Coordinates
37.49890, -114.22393
Age
69 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.