Pioneer Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Pioneer Detention Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 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 | 41 ft (taller than 74.6% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 562 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35,150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10575 |
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 Pioneer Detention Basin Dam?
Pioneer 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 Pioneer Detention Basin Dam?
Pioneer Detention Basin Dam is owned by CITY OF HENDERSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pioneer Detention Basin Dam built?
Pioneer Detention Basin Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Pioneer Detention Basin Dam?
Pioneer 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 Pioneer Detention Basin Dam?
Pioneer Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Pioneer Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Pioneer Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.