Nutrioso

AUGER CREEK-TRIB TO NUTRIOSO· Apache, Arizona· Built 1929· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Nutrioso is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.5% in AZ)
Dam Length865 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge36 cfs
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)
NID IDAZ00037

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TERRY REIDHEAD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nutrioso?

Nutrioso 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 Nutrioso?

Nutrioso is owned by TERRY REIDHEAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nutrioso built?

Nutrioso was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Nutrioso?

Nutrioso 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 Nutrioso?

Nutrioso has a dam height of 10 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.

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.