Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam

Clark, Nevada· Gravity· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Silverado Ranch 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 14 ft (taller than 23.1% in NV)
Dam Length2,609 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage294 acre-ft
Normal Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
NID IDNV10934

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NEVADA DWR

Ownership

CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam?

Silverado Ranch 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 Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam?

Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam is owned by CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam?

Silverado Ranch 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 Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam?

Silverado Ranch Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.