Daggs
Key Takeaway
Daggs is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 57 ft (taller than 81.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 13.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 379 acres |
| Drainage Area | 96 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00013 |
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
SILVER CREEK IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daggs?
Daggs 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 Daggs?
Daggs is owned by SILVER CREEK IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daggs built?
Daggs was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Daggs?
Daggs 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 Daggs?
Daggs has a dam height of 57 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 Daggs last inspected?
Daggs was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.