Sierra Blanca Dam
Key Takeaway
Sierra Blanca Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 7.8% in AZ) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ10155 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sierra Blanca Dam?
Sierra Blanca 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 Sierra Blanca Dam?
Sierra Blanca Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sierra Blanca Dam built?
Sierra Blanca Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Sierra Blanca Dam?
Sierra Blanca Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sierra Blanca Dam?
Sierra Blanca Dam 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 Sierra Blanca Dam last inspected?
Sierra Blanca Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.