The Lower Blue Diamond Detention Dam, located in Clark County, Nevada, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Duck Creek.
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Completed in 2012, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a structural height of 14 feet and a length of 5158 feet. It has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk rating. The dam has a storage capacity of 447 acre-feet and a spillway width of 5000 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 74000 cubic feet per second.
Owned and regulated by the local government, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Nevada Department of Water Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, and it plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation. While there are no associated structures with the dam, its strategic location in Las Vegas contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find Lower Blue Diamond Detention Dam's design and functionality a fascinating subject of study in the realm of water infrastructure and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
5158 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
DUCK CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
447 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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RV Site 4
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Group Campground D and E
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RV Site 3
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RV Site 5
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Group Site E
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Group Site D
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