Olney Draw Detention Dam, located in Duncan, Arizona, is a gravity dam constructed in 1953 by the Bureau of Land Management.
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The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the Railroad Wash, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25.25 acres, serving as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in July 2015. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With its strategic location and design, Olney Draw Detention Dam plays a vital role in water resource management in Greenlee County, Arizona, showcasing the Bureau of Land Management's commitment to safeguarding the local community against potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1475 |
River Or Stream |
RAILROAD WASH |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
25.25 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
8.11 |
Nid Storage |
320 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Gila River At Duncan
|
51cfs |
Gila River Below Blue Creek
|
61cfs |
Gila River Near Redrock
|
74cfs |
Gila River Near Clifton
|
65cfs |
Gila River At Head Of Safford Valley
|
93cfs |
San Francisco River At Clifton
|
14cfs |