Dogtown
Key Takeaway
Dogtown is classified as significant hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 965 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00039 |
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
CITY OF WILLIAMS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dogtown?
Dogtown 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 Dogtown?
Dogtown is owned by CITY OF WILLIAMS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogtown built?
Dogtown was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Dogtown?
Dogtown serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dogtown?
Dogtown has a dam height of 32 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 Dogtown last inspected?
Dogtown was last inspected on October 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.