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Water Damage Help at Lake Las Vegas

Lake Las Vegas is a community in the City of Henderson, about 18.9 miles in a straight line from our office on Rainbow Meadows Dr. Census estimates put the median home in ZIP 89011 at 2009.

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What We Know About Lake Las Vegas

  • Lake Las Vegas is a 320 acre reservoir in Henderson with about 3,592 acres developed around it.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • The reservoir sits in the channel of the Las Vegas Wash, the valley's only storm runoff outlet, so the wash runs beneath it through two 84 inch pipes.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • A flood control structure above the bypass lets excess flood water from the wash be sent into the lake.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • In July 2022 low Lake Mead levels left its intake too shallow, and Lake Las Vegas began using potable water to hold its level.Source en.wikipedia.org

Water Damage in Lake Las Vegas Homes

Every storm in the valley drains toward this corner, through the Las Vegas Wash under the lake. Census estimates for ZIP 89011 put the median home at 2009, and about 80% of homes are single family. Condos and second homes can sit empty for weeks, and a slow leak in an empty unit is found late.

  • If the home sits empty, shut the main water off before you leave.
  • Ask a neighbor or manager to check the unit after a storm.
  • Permits go to Henderson Building and Fire Safety.

Permits and Water in Lake Las Vegas

City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety at City Hall, 240 S. Water St. Permit technicians work Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Source cityofhenderson.com

Henderson delivers its own water, treated by the Southern Nevada Water Authority. Its 2026 report puts hardness at about 304 parts per million or 18 grains per gallon and says a softener should be set between 16 and 19.

Source cityofhenderson.com

Drying a house is not the same as rebuilding it. Ask the permit office before any repipe, water heater swap or wall rebuild.

Storms and Runoff Near Lake Las Vegas

  • The Las Vegas Valley is a basin with a single outlet, the Las Vegas Wash, so rain runoff drains to the east side of the valley and on to Lake Mead.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • Rain over the mountains around the valley can flood the valley floor as it runs off, and more hardscape as the valley grew has added to that runoff.Source en.wikipedia.org

Storm water that ran over the ground is Category 3 water. It needs cleaning and often removal of soaked materials, not just fans. See flood cleanup and the live storm tracker.

Homes by Year Built in Lake Las Vegas

Census estimates from the ACS 2024 5-year count 16,773 homes in ZIP 89011. Older homes tend to have older supply lines and water heaters, which is where many leaks start.

  • 1939 or earlier0
  • 1940 to 194912
  • 1950 to 195991
  • 1960 to 1969230
  • 1970 to 1979466
  • 1980 to 19891,278
  • 1990 to 19992,146
  • 2000 to 20094,737
  • 2010 to 20195,705
  • 2020 or later2,108

Source U.S. Census Bureau ACS via Census Reporter. More on ZIP 89011.

Questions From Lake Las Vegas

Does Dry Vegas cover Lake Las Vegas?
Yes. We cover the whole Las Vegas Valley, from Centennial Hills and Summerlin to Henderson, North Las Vegas and Boulder City. The center of Lake Las Vegas is about 18.9 miles in a straight line from our office at 1517 Rainbow Meadows Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89128.
Who issues building permits in Lake Las Vegas?
City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety at City Hall, 240 S. Water St. Permit technicians work Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Who supplies the water in Lake Las Vegas?
Henderson delivers its own water, treated by the Southern Nevada Water Authority. Its 2026 report puts hardness at about 304 parts per million or 18 grains per gallon and says a softener should be set between 16 and 19.
How old are the homes in Lake Las Vegas?
Census estimates for ZIP 89011 put the median build year at 2009. The most common decade is 2010 to 2019, and about 5% of homes were built before 1980.
Are most homes in Lake Las Vegas rented?
Census estimates for ZIP 89011 show about 30% of occupied homes rented. Renters should tell the landlord in writing and check their own renters policy.
How many homes are in ZIP 89011?
Census estimates count 16,773 housing units and 37,538 residents. About 80% are single family homes.
What is the first thing to do after a leak in Lake Las Vegas?
Shut the water, stay clear of wet outlets and take photos. Then if the home sits empty, shut the main water off before you leave.
When do storms cause flooding in Lake Las Vegas?
NWS Las Vegas says monsoon storms typically arrive in July and August, and flash floods sweep down dry washes or pour into low spots. The Regional Flood Control District names July through September for sudden downpours.
How fast does a wet room in Lake Las Vegas need to be dried?
EPA says within 24 to 48 hours. Dry desert air helps surfaces, but water trapped under flooring or in walls still needs gear and readings.
How do I reach Dry Vegas from Lake Las Vegas?
Call or text (702) 846-0157. Say where the water came from and which rooms are wet.

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