Ancho Dam A-8
Key Takeaway
Ancho Dam A-8 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 59.8% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00587 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHEVRON MINING INC. (ANCHO DAMS)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ancho Dam A-8?
Ancho Dam A-8 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ancho Dam A-8?
Ancho Dam A-8 is owned by CHEVRON MINING INC. (ANCHO DAMS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ancho Dam A-8 built?
Ancho Dam A-8 was completed in 1997, making it 29 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ancho Dam A-8?
Ancho Dam A-8 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ancho Dam A-8?
Ancho Dam A-8 has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ancho Dam A-8 last inspected?
Ancho Dam A-8 was last inspected on October 4, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.