Frye Creek Retarding
Key Takeaway
Frye Creek Retarding is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 31 ft (taller than 55.7% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 6,730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 205 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00068 |
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
TOWN OF THATCHER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frye Creek Retarding?
Frye Creek 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 Frye Creek Retarding?
Frye Creek Retarding is owned by TOWN OF THATCHER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frye Creek Retarding built?
Frye Creek Retarding was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Frye Creek Retarding?
Frye Creek 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 Frye Creek Retarding?
Frye Creek Retarding has a dam height of 31 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 Frye Creek Retarding last inspected?
Frye Creek Retarding was last inspected on October 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.