Kyle Canyon Detention Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kyle Canyon Detention Dam, located in North Las Vegas, Nevada, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the Las Vegas Wash.


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Summary

Constructed in 1995, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and a length of 8500 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 3250 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to mitigate the potential hazards posed by high-risk flooding events in the region.

With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Kyle Canyon Detention Dam is closely monitored and regulated by the Nevada Department of Water Resources. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, designed to handle a maximum discharge of 140,000 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections ensure the dam's structural integrity, with the last assessment conducted in May 2021.

As a critical infrastructure for flood control in Clark County, Kyle Canyon Detention Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flood risks. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure development for protecting lives and properties from natural disasters.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

8500

Dam Height

46

River Or Stream

LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

148

Hydraulic Height

46

Nid Storage

3250

Structural Height

41

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

46
       
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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.