Concho Springs, also known as Concho Lake, is a privately owned water resource located in Apache County, Arizona.
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Managed by the USDA NRCS, this site serves primarily for irrigation purposes but also offers recreational opportunities. The dam, completed in 1927, stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 310 feet, creating a storage capacity of 1560 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 1198 acre-feet.
Situated in the scenic city of Concho, the dam's uncontrolled spillway has a width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 625 cubic feet per second. With a drainage area of 7.04 square miles, Concho Springs provides crucial water resources for the surrounding area. Although rated as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections to ensure its safety and reliability for the community.
Protected and regulated by the Arizona Department of Water Resources, Concho Springs exemplifies the balance between water resource management for agricultural purposes and recreational activities. As a vital infrastructure in the region, its risk assessment of moderate level underscores the need for continuous risk management measures to safeguard this valuable water source and mitigate potential hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Concho Springs offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of human engineering and natural resource utilization in a picturesque setting.
Year Completed |
1927 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CONCHO SPRINGS |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
155 |
Drainage Area |
7.04 |
Nid Storage |
1560 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
26 |