Kinnikinick

LITTLE COLORADO RIVER - TR· Coconino, Arizona· Built 1956· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Kinnikinick is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 13.7% in AZ)
Dam Length860 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.5K acre-ft
Surface Area145 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge600 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDAZ00040

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: August 13, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kinnikinick?

Kinnikinick 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 Kinnikinick?

Kinnikinick is owned by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kinnikinick built?

Kinnikinick was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Kinnikinick?

Kinnikinick serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kinnikinick?

Kinnikinick has a dam height of 13 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 Kinnikinick last inspected?

Kinnikinick was last inspected on August 13, 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.