Alpine Sanitary

OFFSTREAM· Apache, Arizona· Built 1980· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Alpine Sanitary is classified as significant hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 3.9% in AZ)
Dam Length2,414 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage142 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDAZ00321

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 20, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ALPINE SANITARY DISTRICT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alpine Sanitary?

Alpine Sanitary is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Alpine Sanitary?

Alpine Sanitary is owned by ALPINE SANITARY DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Alpine Sanitary built?

Alpine Sanitary was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Alpine Sanitary?

Alpine Sanitary serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Alpine Sanitary?

Alpine Sanitary has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Alpine Sanitary last inspected?

Alpine Sanitary was last inspected on June 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.