Bob Crowder Detention Dam

UPPER BOUSE WASH· La Paz, Arizona· Built 1963· Gravity·
Low Hazard Other Federal Government

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 Length3,067 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage621 acre-ft
Surface Area104 acres
Drainage Area48 sq mi
Max Discharge2,767 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDAZ20003

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: April 18, 2006
State Regulated: No

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.

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.