Billingsley #2

MARTINEZ CREEK· Yavapai, Arizona· Built 1946· Earth· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Billingsley #2 is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 36.8% in AZ)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage244 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDAZ00122

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: February 12, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

JAMES I. THOMPSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Billingsley #2?

Billingsley #2 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 Billingsley #2?

Billingsley #2 is owned by JAMES I. THOMPSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Billingsley #2 built?

Billingsley #2 was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Billingsley #2?

Billingsley #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Billingsley #2?

Billingsley #2 has a dam height of 22 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 Billingsley #2 last inspected?

Billingsley #2 was last inspected on February 12, 2010. 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.