Rogers

COLTER CREEK· Apache, Arizona· Built 1910· Earth· 12 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Rogers is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.8% in AZ)
Dam Length395 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDAZ00048

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: July 14, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

BOYD DRACHMAN;CHARLES K. STRUTHERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rogers?

Rogers 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 Rogers?

Rogers is owned by BOYD DRACHMAN;CHARLES K. STRUTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rogers built?

Rogers was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Rogers?

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

How tall is Rogers?

Rogers has a dam height of 12 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 Rogers last inspected?

Rogers was last inspected on July 14, 2011. 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.