San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 4,214 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 290 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,192 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22,960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ20025 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam?
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam 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 San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam?
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam built?
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam?
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam 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.
When was San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam last inspected?
San Simon Barrier Structure Detention Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.