Slick Rock Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Slick Rock Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,920 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 58 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,604 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AZ20028 |
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 Slick Rock Detention Dam?
Slick Rock 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 Slick Rock Detention Dam?
Slick Rock Detention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slick Rock Detention Dam built?
Slick Rock Detention Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Slick Rock Detention Dam?
Slick Rock Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Slick Rock Detention Dam last inspected?
Slick Rock Detention Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.