Jarvis

NUTRIOSO CREEK - TR· Apache, Arizona· Built 1886· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jarvis is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1886 and is 140 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in AZ)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage136 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1886 (140 years old)
NID IDAZ00098

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: June 20, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

MERLYN ROGERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jarvis?

Jarvis 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 Jarvis?

Jarvis is owned by MERLYN ROGERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jarvis built?

Jarvis was completed in 1886, making it 140 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 Jarvis?

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

How tall is Jarvis?

Jarvis has a dam height of 7 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 Jarvis last inspected?

Jarvis was last inspected on June 20, 2019. 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.