Foxboro Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Foxboro Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 13.7% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 133 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 243 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ10101 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
USDA FS
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Foxboro Lake Dam?
Foxboro Lake Dam 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 Foxboro Lake Dam?
Foxboro Lake Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foxboro Lake Dam built?
Foxboro Lake Dam was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Foxboro Lake Dam?
Foxboro Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Foxboro Lake Dam?
Foxboro Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Foxboro Lake Dam last inspected?
Foxboro Lake Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.