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Lahontan Reservoir

Lahontan Dam and Reservoir,on the Carson River store the natural flow of the Carson River along with water diverted from the Truckee River. The dam is a feature of the Newlands Project. There is a powerplant immediately below the dam. Surface area of approximately 11,200 acres at full reservoir storage with 69 miles of shoreline. Fishing season is year-round. The reservoir is a warm-water fishery that supports white bass, walleye, white crappie, catfish, and brown and rainbow trout. A health advisory has been issued by the State of Nevada regarding consumption of fish caught in the reservoir due to mercury contamination.



 The Basics


Region: Bureau of Reclamation


 Directions

Site is located 45 miles east of Carson City on Nevada 50. Access by paved and improved dirt roads.



 For More Information

Address: Lahontan State Recreation Area
16799 Lahontan Dam
Fallon, NV 89406
Phone: 775-867-3500

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