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Continental #1 is an Earth dam located in Coconino, Arizona, near Flagstaff. Completed in 1972, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes and stands at a height of 32 feet, with a structural height of 43.8 feet. With a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 5.2 acres and has a drainage area of 0.11 square miles.
Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the Arizona Department of Water Resources, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2017, Continental #1 is classified with a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures and preparedness for emergencies.
Located along the Rio de Flag - TR stream, Continental #1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, supporting agricultural activities and contributing to the local ecosystem. With a moderate risk assessment rating, stakeholders and authorities must continue to monitor and maintain the dam to ensure its safety and effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource demands.
Year_Completed | 1972 |
Dam_Height | 32 |
River_Or_Stream | RIO DE FLAG - TR |
Dam_Length | 533 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5.2 |
Hydraulic_Height | 32 |
Drainage_Area | 0.11 |
Nid_Storage | 105 |
Structural_Height | 43.8 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 44 |
VERDE RIVER NEAR CLARKDALE | 67cfs |
OAK CREEK NEAR SEDONA | 36cfs |
VERDE RIVER NEAR CAMP VERDE | 126cfs |
AGUA FRIA RIVER NEAR HUMBOLDT | 4cfs |
WET BOTTOM CREEK NEAR CHILDS | 1cfs |
AGUA FRIA RIVER NEAR MAYER | 1cfs |