Gowan Detention Middle Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
Nearest CityLAS VEGAS
River/StreamLAS VEGAS WASH
Coordinates36.22280, -115.25220

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage330 acre-ft
Max Storage330 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area36 sq mi
Max Discharge600 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 IDNV10908
Federal IDNV10908
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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