Carey/Lake Mead Detention Basin Dam
Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Location
| State | Nevada |
| County | Clark |
| River | LAS VEGAS WASH-TR |
| Coordinates | 36.19833, -115.18056 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,852 ft |
| NID Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 30, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1993 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS |
Location Map
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.