Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 2,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 78 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10145 |
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
CLARK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam?
Mccarran Airfield 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 Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam?
Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam is owned by CLARK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam built?
Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam?
Mccarran Airfield 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 Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam?
Mccarran Airfield Detention 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 Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam last inspected?
Mccarran Airfield Detention Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.