Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. 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 | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,000 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,000 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10593 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
NEVADA TRI-PARTNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam?
Damonte Ranch Flood 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 Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam?
Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam is owned by NEVADA TRI-PARTNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam?
Damonte Ranch Flood 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 Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam?
Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Damonte Ranch Flood Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.