Mclellan
Key Takeaway
Mclellan is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.9% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 293 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00137 |
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
MCLELLAN LAKE PROPERTIES, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mclellan?
Mclellan 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 Mclellan?
Mclellan is owned by MCLELLAN LAKE PROPERTIES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mclellan built?
Mclellan was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Mclellan?
Mclellan serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mclellan?
Mclellan has a dam height of 21 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 Mclellan last inspected?
Mclellan was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.