Adobe

Maricopa County, Arizona (near GLENDALE & SUN CITY)

River/Stream: SKUNK CREEK/NEW RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
89 ft
Dam Length
11,220 ft
Reservoir Storage
61,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1982
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
12,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-03-05

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
AZ00203
State
Arizona (AZ)
Coordinates
33.67500, -112.16028
Age
44 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.