Foote Wash
Key Takeaway
Foote Wash is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 1,310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 188 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,970 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00162 |
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
ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;GRAHAM COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Foote Wash?
Foote Wash 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 Foote Wash?
Foote Wash is owned by ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;GRAHAM COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foote Wash built?
Foote Wash was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Foote Wash?
Foote Wash serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Foote Wash?
Foote Wash 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 Foote Wash last inspected?
Foote Wash was last inspected on February 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.