Ann Road Detention Basin Dam

LAS VEGAS WASH-TR· Clark, Nevada· Built 2007· Earth· 20 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.8% in NV)
Dam Length1,860 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage364 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge25,200 cfs
Year Completed2007 (19 years old)
NID IDNV10652

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 10, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

CITY OF LAS VEGAS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ann Road Detention Basin Dam?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ann Road Detention Basin Dam?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF LAS VEGAS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ann Road Detention Basin Dam built?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Ann Road Detention Basin Dam?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ann Road Detention Basin Dam?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Ann Road Detention Basin Dam last inspected?

Ann Road Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.