Dant Blvd Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Dant Blvd Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 42 ft (taller than 75.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10367 |
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
CITY OF RENO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dant Blvd Detention Dam?
Dant Blvd Detention 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 Dant Blvd Detention Dam?
Dant Blvd Detention Dam is owned by CITY OF RENO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dant Blvd Detention Dam built?
Dant Blvd Detention Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Dant Blvd Detention Dam?
Dant Blvd Detention 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 Dant Blvd Detention Dam?
Dant Blvd Detention Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Dant Blvd Detention Dam last inspected?
Dant Blvd Detention Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.