Knoll

EAST LEONARD CANYON CREEK· Coconino, Arizona· Built 1963· Earth· 58 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Knoll is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 58 ft (taller than 82.1% in AZ)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.6K acre-ft
Surface Area77 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge875 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDAZ00041

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: May 17, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Knoll?

Knoll 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 Knoll?

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

When was Knoll built?

Knoll was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Knoll?

Knoll 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 Knoll?

Knoll has a dam height of 58 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 Knoll last inspected?

Knoll was last inspected on May 17, 2012. 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.