The Lakes Detention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
The Lakes Detention Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.8% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NV10640 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of The Lakes Detention Basin Dam?
The Lakes Detention Basin Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates The Lakes Detention Basin Dam?
The Lakes 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.
When was The Lakes Detention Basin Dam built?
The Lakes Detention Basin Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 The Lakes Detention Basin Dam?
The Lakes 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 The Lakes Detention Basin Dam?
The Lakes Detention Basin Dam has a dam height of 7 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 The Lakes Detention Basin Dam last inspected?
The Lakes Detention Basin Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.