Mineral Park Flood Control Basin

MINERAL PARK WASH· Mohave, Arizona· Built 1995· Earth· 43 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 73% in AZ)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDAZ00226

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 2, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ORIGIN MINING COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mineral Park Flood Control Basin?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin 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 Mineral Park Flood Control Basin?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin is owned by ORIGIN MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mineral Park Flood Control Basin built?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Mineral Park Flood Control Basin?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mineral Park Flood Control Basin?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin 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.

When was Mineral Park Flood Control Basin last inspected?

Mineral Park Flood Control Basin was last inspected on August 2, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.