Palo Verde Evaporation Pond #2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Palo Verde Evaporation Pond #2 is a vital water resource located in Maricopa County, Arizona, near the Mesquite Generating Station.
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Summary
Owned by a public utility, this offstream pond serves a critical purpose for water management and is regulated by the Arizona Department of Water Resources. Built in 1987, the earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a storage capacity of 5900 acre-feet.
With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Palo Verde Evaporation Pond #2 plays a crucial role in water management and environmental protection in the region. Despite the absence of a spillway, the pond has been regularly inspected and meets regulatory guidelines. The risk assessment for this structure is deemed high, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
12880 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
5900 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Palo Verde Evaporation Pond #2