Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds
Key Takeaway
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.5% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 10,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00299 |
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
MESQUITE POWER (A SEMPRA ENERGY DEVELOPMENT);SRP
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds 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 Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds is owned by MESQUITE POWER (A SEMPRA ENERGY DEVELOPMENT);SRP (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds built?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds has a dam height of 16 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 Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds last inspected?
Mesquite Generating Station Evaporation Ponds was last inspected on March 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.