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Topaz Lake is an artificial reservoir located on the California-Nevada border, about 75 miles (120 km) south of Reno.
The lake was formed by diverting waters from the West Walker River into a nearby basin that had previously contained a smaller, natural lake. The initial construction took place in 1922, resulting in a reservoir with a capacity of 45,000 acre-feet (56,000,000 m³). In 1937 a new levee raised the capacity to its current 59,440 acre-feet (73,320,000 m³).
Topaz Lake is popular for boaters, water-skiiers, campers, and fishermen. It is easily reachable by US Hwy 395. On the northwest shore of the lake is a casino, lodging, and a residential area.
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