Fort Apache Detention Basin Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
Nearest CityLAS VEGAS
River/StreamLAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Coordinates36.28104, -115.29727

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height4 ft
Dam Length417 ft
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage76 acre-ft
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge2,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF LAS VEGAS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/12/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNV10604
Federal IDNV10604
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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