Aaron Way Detention Basin Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
Nearest CityBOULDER CITY
River/StreamHEMENWAY WASH-TR
Coordinates35.99650, -114.83780

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length190 ft
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage21 acre-ft
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,558 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF BOULDER
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/27/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10583
Federal IDNV10583
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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