Gila Bend Wwtp

UNKNOWN· Maricopa, Arizona· Built 1995· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Gila Bend Wwtp is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.8% in AZ)
Dam Length3,217 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDAZ00274

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: January 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

TOWN OF GILA BEND

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gila Bend Wwtp?

Gila Bend Wwtp 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 Gila Bend Wwtp?

Gila Bend Wwtp is owned by TOWN OF GILA BEND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gila Bend Wwtp built?

Gila Bend Wwtp was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Gila Bend Wwtp?

Gila Bend Wwtp serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gila Bend Wwtp?

Gila Bend Wwtp has a dam height of 12 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 Gila Bend Wwtp last inspected?

Gila Bend Wwtp was last inspected on January 3, 2018. 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.