Kino Springs

SANTA CRUZ RIVER - OS· Santa Cruz, Arizona· Built 1965· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kino Springs is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 28.3% in AZ)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDAZ00050

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: February 21, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

KINO SPRINGS GOLF COURSE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kino Springs?

Kino Springs 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 Kino Springs?

Kino Springs is owned by KINO SPRINGS GOLF COURSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kino Springs built?

Kino Springs was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kino Springs?

Kino Springs 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 Kino Springs?

Kino Springs has a dam height of 19 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 Kino Springs last inspected?

Kino Springs was last inspected on February 21, 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.