Mexican Hay Lake
Key Takeaway
Mexican Hay Lake is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 7.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 821 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 164 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00036 |
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
GROVERS HILL IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mexican Hay Lake?
Mexican Hay Lake 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 Mexican Hay Lake?
Mexican Hay Lake is owned by GROVERS HILL IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mexican Hay Lake built?
Mexican Hay Lake 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 Mexican Hay Lake?
Mexican Hay Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mexican Hay Lake?
Mexican Hay Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Mexican Hay Lake last inspected?
Mexican Hay Lake was last inspected on October 27, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.