Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1
Key Takeaway
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 2.8% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 12 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00654 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ARTESIA
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 is owned by CITY OF ARTESIA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 built?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 last inspected?
Artesia Wastewater Re-Use Irrigation Pond 1 was last inspected on January 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.