Grand Park Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Grand Park Detention Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2023 and is 3 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 Length | 1,428 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,718 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2023 (3 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10952 |
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
HOWARD HUGHES CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grand Park Detention Basin Dam?
Grand Park 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 Grand Park Detention Basin Dam?
Grand Park Detention Basin Dam is owned by HOWARD HUGHES CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grand Park Detention Basin Dam built?
Grand Park Detention Basin Dam was completed in 2023, making it 3 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 Grand Park Detention Basin Dam?
Grand Park 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 Grand Park Detention Basin Dam?
Grand Park 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.