North Railroad Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
North Railroad Detention Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 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 | 25 ft (taller than 51.9% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10619 |
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 BOULDER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Railroad Detention Basin Dam?
North Railroad 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 North Railroad Detention Basin Dam?
North Railroad Detention Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF BOULDER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Railroad Detention Basin Dam built?
North Railroad Detention Basin Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 North Railroad Detention Basin Dam?
North Railroad 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 North Railroad Detention Basin Dam?
North Railroad Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 25 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 North Railroad Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
North Railroad Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.