Nutrioso
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 Length | 865 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00037 |
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
TERRY REIDHEAD
Private
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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.