Paulden Tank #2

BIG CHINO WASH - TR· Yavapai, Arizona· Built 1961· Earth· 11 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Paulden Tank #2 is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 7.8% in AZ)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDAZ00256

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: Yes
Last Inspection: October 18, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

DEWEY J. LEVIE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paulden Tank #2?

Paulden Tank #2 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 Paulden Tank #2?

Paulden Tank #2 is owned by DEWEY J. LEVIE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paulden Tank #2 built?

Paulden Tank #2 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Paulden Tank #2?

Paulden Tank #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Paulden Tank #2?

Paulden Tank #2 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 Paulden Tank #2 last inspected?

Paulden Tank #2 was last inspected on October 18, 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.