Angel Park North Detention Basin Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Angel Park North Detention Basin Dam, also known as Angel Park Detention Basin, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Las Vegas, Nevada.


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Summary

Completed in 1985, this earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet with a hydraulic height of 43 feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 1,153 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 14,400 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a significant role in managing water flow in the region.

The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 585 feet wide, ensures that excess water can safely flow out of the basin during times of heavy rainfall. The structure has been modified multiple times over the years, with updates to its hydraulic and structural components in 1988, 1991, 1995, and 2010. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as being in fair condition, with regular inspections and maintenance carried out to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk mitigation. Overall, Angel Park North Detention Basin Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource and climate resilience efforts.

Years Modified

1988 - Hydraulic, 1988 - Other, 1991 - Hydraulic, 1991 - Structural, 1995 - Hydraulic, 1995 - Other, 2010 - Hydraulic, 2010 - Other

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

4550

Dam Height

55

River Or Stream

LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

52.3

Hydraulic Height

43

Drainage Area

27.6

Nid Storage

1153

Structural Height

55

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

55
       
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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.