Dams to Explore in Washoe County
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Washoe CountyWashoe County is a county in the U.S. state of Nevada. As of the 2010 census, the population was 421,407, making it Nevada's second-most populous county.
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Dams to Explore in Washoe County
Derby DamDerby Dam is a historic structure located in Washoe County, Nevada, that was built in the early 1900s to provide irrigation water to local farmers. The dam was constructed on the Truckee River, which runs through the area, and consists of a concrete structure with a height of approximately 100 feet and a length of 1,200 feet.The construction of Derby Dam was a significant engineering feat at the time, and it played a crucial role in the development of agriculture in the region.