Lynx Creek
Key Takeaway
Lynx Creek is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 80.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 126 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00118 |
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
TOWN OF PRESCOTT VALLEY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lynx Creek?
Lynx Creek 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 Lynx Creek?
Lynx Creek is owned by TOWN OF PRESCOTT VALLEY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lynx Creek built?
Lynx Creek was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Lynx Creek?
Lynx Creek 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 Lynx Creek?
Lynx Creek has a dam height of 52 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 Lynx Creek last inspected?
Lynx Creek was last inspected on January 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.