Bob Crowder Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Bob Crowder Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 3,067 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 621 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
| Drainage Area | 48 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,767 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ20003 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bob Crowder Detention Dam?
Bob Crowder Detention Dam 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 Bob Crowder Detention Dam?
Bob Crowder Detention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bob Crowder Detention Dam built?
Bob Crowder Detention Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Bob Crowder Detention Dam?
Bob Crowder Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Bob Crowder Detention Dam last inspected?
Bob Crowder Detention Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.