Smith Tank

ASH CREEK - TR· Graham, Arizona· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith Tank is classified as low hazard in Arizona. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.1% in AZ)
Dam Length382 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDAZ00258

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: November 20, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

SMITH FAMILY TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Tank?

Smith Tank 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 Smith Tank?

Smith Tank is owned by SMITH FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Smith Tank?

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

How tall is Smith Tank?

Smith Tank has a dam height of 18 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 Smith Tank last inspected?

Smith Tank was last inspected on November 20, 2013. 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.