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Flat Top Detention Dam, located in Mohave, Arizona, is a gravity dam built in 1962 by the Bureau of Land Management to reduce flood risks along the Clayhole Wash.
With a structural height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 18 feet, the dam spans 4200 feet and has a storage capacity of 1680 acre-feet. While the primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, it is also used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, with a surface area of 324 acres.
Managed and funded by the Bureau of Land Management, Flat Top Detention Dam is inspected every 5 years, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. There are no associated structures with the dam, and it operates under an uncontrolled spillway type. Overall, Flat Top Detention Dam serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region, providing both flood protection and recreational opportunities for the local community.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
4200 |
River Or Stream |
CLAYHOLE WASH |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
324 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
370 |
Nid Storage |
1680 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |