Hiko Springs Detention Basin Dam

Clark County, Nevada (near LAUGHLIN)

River/Stream: HIKO SPRINGS WASH

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
88 ft
Dam Length
2,300 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,025 acre-ft
Year Completed
1996
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
39,350 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2022-01-31

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NV10447
State
Nevada (NV)
Coordinates
35.15530, -114.63170
Age
30 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.