Freeman Wash Retarding
Key Takeaway
Freeman Wash Retarding is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 22 ft (taller than 36.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 4,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00072 |
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 Freeman Wash Retarding?
Freeman Wash Retarding 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 Freeman Wash Retarding?
Freeman Wash Retarding 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 Freeman Wash Retarding built?
Freeman Wash Retarding was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Freeman Wash Retarding?
Freeman Wash Retarding 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 Freeman Wash Retarding?
Freeman Wash Retarding has a dam height of 22 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 Freeman Wash Retarding last inspected?
Freeman Wash Retarding was last inspected on February 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.