Pioneer Detention Basin Dam

Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
RiverLAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Coordinates36.04420, -115.02030

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length365 ft
NID Storage562 acre-ft
Max Storage562 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 26, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed2002
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF HENDERSON

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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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