Camp Dyer Diversion
Key Takeaway
Camp Dyer Diversion is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 75.2% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00113 |
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
MARICOPA WATER DISTRICT
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Dyer Diversion?
Camp Dyer Diversion 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 Camp Dyer Diversion?
Camp Dyer Diversion is owned by MARICOPA WATER DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Dyer Diversion built?
Camp Dyer Diversion was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Camp Dyer Diversion?
Camp Dyer Diversion serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Dyer Diversion?
Camp Dyer Diversion has a dam height of 45 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 Camp Dyer Diversion last inspected?
Camp Dyer Diversion was last inspected on January 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.