Fenceline Tank

MAIL STATION DRAW· Apache, Arizona· Built 1944· Earth· 17 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Fenceline Tank is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 22.8% in AZ)
Dam Length456 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)
NID IDAZ00252

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 6, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

JMP RANCHES INC.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fenceline Tank?

Fenceline Tank 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 Fenceline Tank?

Fenceline Tank is owned by JMP RANCHES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fenceline Tank built?

Fenceline Tank was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Fenceline Tank?

Fenceline Tank serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fenceline Tank?

Fenceline Tank has a dam height of 17 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 Fenceline Tank last inspected?

Fenceline Tank was last inspected on November 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.