Scott
Key Takeaway
Scott is classified as significant hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 66.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ00056 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHOW LOW/PINETOP/WOODLAND IRRIGATION COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scott?
Scott is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Scott?
Scott is owned by SHOW LOW/PINETOP/WOODLAND IRRIGATION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scott built?
Scott was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Scott?
Scott serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scott?
Scott has a dam height of 38 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 Scott last inspected?
Scott was last inspected on August 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.