Kyle Canyon Detention Dam

Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
RiverLAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Coordinates36.30028, -115.33833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length8,500 ft
NID Storage3,250 acre-ft
Max Storage3,250 acre-ft
Surface Area148 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 30, 2023
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1995
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF LAS VEGAS

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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