Abbott Wash Detention Basin Dam

Clark County, Nevada (near MESQUITE)

River/Stream: ABBOTT WASH

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
35 ft
Dam Length
380 ft
Reservoir Storage
268 acre-ft
Year Completed
2008
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
25,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2022-02-22

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
NV10656
State
Nevada (NV)
Coordinates
36.82568, -114.09417
Age
18 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.