Gowan Detention Middle Dam

Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
RiverLAS VEGAS WASH
Coordinates36.22280, -115.25220

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
NID Storage330 acre-ft
Max Storage330 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 12, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1993
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeConcrete
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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