Hassayampa Check
Key Takeaway
Hassayampa Check is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 68.4% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00120 |
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
HASSAYAMPA LAKE RECREATION ASSOCIATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hassayampa Check?
Hassayampa Check 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 Hassayampa Check?
Hassayampa Check is owned by HASSAYAMPA LAKE RECREATION ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hassayampa Check built?
Hassayampa Check was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Hassayampa Check?
Hassayampa Check serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hassayampa Check?
Hassayampa Check has a dam height of 40 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 Hassayampa Check last inspected?
Hassayampa Check was last inspected on October 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.