Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Mission Hills 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 | 26 ft (taller than 55.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 2,677 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,360 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10426 |
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 HENDERSON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam?
Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam?
Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF HENDERSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam?
Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam?
Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Mission Hills Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.