Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Pittman Park 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 | 11 ft (taller than 15.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| NID ID | NV10530 |
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 Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam?
Pittman 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 Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam?
Pittman Park 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 Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam?
Pittman 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 Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam?
Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
Pittman Park Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.