Lake Mohave At Davis Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Mohave at Davis Dam is a reservoir located on the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada.


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Summary

Davis Dam was built in the 1950s to create hydroelectric power and control flooding, which resulted in the creation of Lake Mohave. The lake has a capacity of 1.8 million acre-feet of water and spans 67 miles. It receives water from the Colorado River, as well as snowpack from the surrounding mountains. The lake provides water for agricultural irrigation and recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. It also serves as a popular spot for camping and hiking. Water levels in the lake are managed by the Bureau of Reclamation to ensure a stable water supply for downstream users.

Reservoir Details

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change 0.17%
Percent of Normal 106%
Minimum 30.61 ft
2012-11-01
Maximum 45.62 ft
2020-03-19
Average 38 ft
Dam_Height 200
Hydraulic_Height 140
Drainage_Area 923
Year_Completed 1952
Nid_Storage 1592300
Structural_Height 200
River_Or_Stream COLORADO RIVER
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 28200
Hazard_Potential High
Dam_Length 1600
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 200
       
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Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.