Preliminary inventory of lifeline systems and evaluation of seismic hazards in Reno and Sparks, Nevada

Author

Barbara Priest, Portland State University

Sponsor

Portland State University. Department of Geography

First Advisor

Fritz L. Kramer

Date of Publication

1981

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (M.S.) in Geography

Department

Geography

Language

English

Subjects

Earthquakes -- Nevada -- Reno, Earthquakes -- Nevada -- Sparks

DOI

10.15760/etd.3178

Physical Description

1 online resource (116 p.)

Abstract

The Reno-Sparks community is in a seismically hazardous area. Recent research indicates that a Richter 7.0 or greater magnitude earthquake could affect the area. Many of the emergency and essential facilities are situated in dangerous geological locations and are housed in outdated structures which could be severely damaged in the event of a major earthquake. Detailed site evaluations need to be made with respect to location of new structures and of existing building safety. The 1979 Unified Building Code seismic provisions should be adopted without exception; Nevada Revised Statute 278 .160 needs to be revised to require a seismic safety plan; Alquist-Priolo legislation should be implemented, and creation of a comprehensive civil defense plan for seismic hazards is essential.

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Recommended Citation

Priest, Barbara, "Preliminary inventory of lifeline systems and evaluation of seismic hazards in Reno and Sparks, Nevada" (1981). Dissertations and Theses. Paper 3187.
https://doi.org/10.15760/etd.3178