Cholla Cooling Pond
Key Takeaway
Cholla Cooling Pond is classified as significant hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 13.7% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 13,580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 380 acres |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00180 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY, PHOENIX OFFICE
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cholla Cooling Pond?
Cholla Cooling Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cholla Cooling Pond?
Cholla Cooling Pond is owned by ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY, PHOENIX OFFICE (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cholla Cooling Pond built?
Cholla Cooling Pond was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Cholla Cooling Pond?
Cholla Cooling Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cholla Cooling Pond?
Cholla Cooling Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Cholla Cooling Pond last inspected?
Cholla Cooling Pond was last inspected on June 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.