Oakey Detention Dam

Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
RiverLAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Coordinates36.15002, -115.23548

Physical Characteristics

NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length2,300 ft
NID Storage271 acre-ft
Max Storage271 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 11, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed—
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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