Amarillo Valley Road
Key Takeaway
Amarillo Valley Road is classified as significant hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 6,318 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 339 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00345 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PINAL COUNTY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Amarillo Valley Road?
Amarillo Valley Road 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 Amarillo Valley Road?
Amarillo Valley Road is owned by PINAL COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amarillo Valley Road built?
Amarillo Valley Road was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Amarillo Valley Road?
Amarillo Valley Road serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amarillo Valley Road?
Amarillo Valley Road has a dam height of 8 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 Amarillo Valley Road last inspected?
Amarillo Valley Road was last inspected on February 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.