Tom Tank

RED LAKE WASH· Coconino, Arizona· Earth· 14 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Tom Tank is classified as low hazard in Arizona. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16% in AZ)
Dam Length274 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
NID IDAZ00268

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: April 12, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;JM RANCH LLC

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tom Tank?

Tom 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 Tom Tank?

Tom Tank is owned by ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT;JM RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tom Tank?

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

How tall is Tom Tank?

Tom Tank has a dam height of 14 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 Tom Tank last inspected?

Tom Tank was last inspected on April 12, 2012. 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.