Jun 21, 2002
Flash flooding struck the Spanish Springs area when an estimated 2 inches of rain fell between 6:20 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. PDT. Most flooding occurred on the west side of Spanish Springs valley where heavy rain fell on hills left nearly barren from a recent wildfire. Water nearly two feet deep flooded streets and yards. Landscaping, sidewalks and streets were damaged by floodwaters and debris. Over one-half million dollars in damage occurred at the new Spanish Springs High School where classro
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5301745). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Washoe County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.