Duck Creek Railroad Detention Basin Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The Duck Creek Railroad Detention Basin Dam in Henderson, Nevada, is a critical structure designed for flood risk reduction along Duck Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 2010 by G C Wallace Inc, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 3642 feet, with a storage capacity of 865 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to mitigate the potential hazards posed by high water levels, with a spillway width of 3800 feet to accommodate maximum discharges of up to 87950 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Nevada Department of Water Resources, the Duck Creek Railroad Detention Basin Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. Despite being rated as having a "fair" condition as of the last assessment in May 2021, the dam still holds a high hazard potential due to its location and design. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, ongoing risk management measures are essential to safeguard the surrounding area from potential inundation events.

As a vital component of flood risk management in Clark County, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for protecting the local community and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events and rising water levels. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory efforts involved in maintaining the Duck Creek Railroad Detention Basin Dam, ensuring its continued functionality and resilience against future challenges in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

2010

Dam Length

3642

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

DUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

57.2

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

14.2

Nid Storage

865

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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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.