City
Key Takeaway
City is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 78.2% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 423 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00010 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF WILLIAMS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City?
City is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates City?
City is owned by CITY OF WILLIAMS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City built?
City was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 City?
City serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City?
City has a dam height of 47 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 City last inspected?
City was last inspected on October 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.