Joshua Crosby

LANGS WASH - OS· Mohave, Arizona· Built 1944· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Joshua Crosby is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16% in AZ)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)
NID IDAZ00142

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: September 19, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

QUARTER CIRCLE THREE LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joshua Crosby?

Joshua Crosby 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 Joshua Crosby?

Joshua Crosby is owned by QUARTER CIRCLE THREE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Joshua Crosby built?

Joshua Crosby was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Joshua Crosby?

Joshua Crosby 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 Joshua Crosby?

Joshua Crosby has a dam height of 14 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 Joshua Crosby last inspected?

Joshua Crosby was last inspected on September 19, 2006. 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.