Christman Detention Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Christman Detention Dam, located in Mohave, Arizona, serves as a vital structure for debris control along the Hurricane Valley Tributary.
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Summary
Built in 1958 by the Bureau of Land Management, this gravity dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, with a length of 1645 feet. The dam's primary purpose is to prevent debris from damaging downstream areas, with a normal storage capacity of 306 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 932 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a fair condition assessment, Christman Detention Dam is closely monitored, with inspections conducted every five years. The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, has a width of 3 feet and can handle a maximum storage of 361.62 acre-feet. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate (3), indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure its safety and effectiveness in protecting the surrounding areas from debris flow. The dam's role in safeguarding the region from potential hazards underscores its significance in water resource and climate management efforts.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1645 |
River Or Stream |
HURRICANE VALLEY TRIBUTARY |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
361.62 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Christman Detention Dam