Billingsley #3
Key Takeaway
Billingsley #3 is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 40.4% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00123 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;JAMES I. THOMPSON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Billingsley #3?
Billingsley #3 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 #3?
Billingsley #3 is owned by ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;JAMES I. THOMPSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Billingsley #3 built?
Billingsley #3 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 #3?
Billingsley #3 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 Billingsley #3?
Billingsley #3 has a dam height of 23 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 #3 last inspected?
Billingsley #3 was last inspected on February 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.