Laguna Diversion
Key Takeaway
Laguna Diversion is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 73% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 4,780 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 287,000 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 487,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ10315 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Laguna Diversion?
Laguna Diversion 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 Laguna Diversion?
Laguna Diversion is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laguna Diversion built?
Laguna Diversion was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Laguna Diversion?
Laguna Diversion serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laguna Diversion?
Laguna Diversion has a dam height of 43 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.