Plains Lpg Dam dam
Plains Lpg Dam
Plains Lpg Dam, also known as Bumstead, is a privately owned structure located in Maricopa, Arizona, specifically in the city of Glendale. Built in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 296 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other," with its design consisting of stone core and an overall length of 2835 feet.
State regulated by the Arizona Department of Water Resources, Plains Lpg Dam has a high hazard potential and is classified as being in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in November 2017. Despite the lack of a spillway, this dam has a surface area of 11 acres and is situated in an area with a high risk assessment rating of 2. While it has not undergone any modifications in recent years, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity and adherence to safety standards.
The dam's location in a region with a high risk of inundation underscores the importance of effective risk management measures. With its proximity to urban areas and critical infrastructure, it is crucial for Plains Lpg Dam to have updated emergency action plans and adequate communication channels in place. As an integral part of water resource management in Arizona, it is imperative to monitor and address any potential risks associated with this essential infrastructure to safeguard both the environment and the surrounding communities.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Plains Lpg Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gila River At Estrella Parkway | · | → |
| Salt River At 51st Avenue | 0 cfs | → |
| Skunk Creek Near Phoenix | · | → |
| Salt River At Priest Drive Near Phoenix | · | → |
| Santa Cruz River Near Laveen | · | → |
| Indian Bend Wash At Curry Road | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Plains Lpg Dam.
Boat launches
- Lake Pleasant 10 Lane Boat Ramp
- North Ramp Road Peoria
- West Peninsula Road Peoria
- East Mccormick Parkway 7505, Scottsdale
- Castle Creek Road Peoria
- East Leeward Lane 1198, Tempe
Campgrounds
- White Tank Mountain
- Estrella Mountain Regional Park
- Rooadrunner Campground
- Desert Tortoise Campground
- Host
- Raccoon Camp
Fishing spots
- Encanto Park
- Western Canal
- Lake Pleasant
- North Canyon Creek
- Horsethief Boating Site / Day Use Area
- Horsethief Lake
Track Plains Lpg Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Plains Lpg Dam
Where does the data for Plains Lpg Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Plains Lpg Dam.