Halfway Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Halfway Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,680 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ20013 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Halfway Detention Dam?
Halfway Detention 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 Halfway Detention Dam?
Halfway Detention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Halfway Detention Dam built?
Halfway Detention Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Halfway Detention Dam?
Halfway Detention Dam 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.
When was Halfway Detention Dam last inspected?
Halfway Detention Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.