Anderson

UNKNOWN· Graham, Arizona· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Anderson is classified as low hazard in Arizona. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.5% in AZ)
Dam Length1,571 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage143 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
NID IDAZ00318

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

EUREKA SPRINGS RANCH

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson?

Anderson is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Anderson?

Anderson is owned by EUREKA SPRINGS RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Anderson?

Anderson serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Anderson?

Anderson has a dam height of 10 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 Anderson last inspected?

Anderson was last inspected on January 17, 2018. 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.