Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5
Key Takeaway
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 47.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,038 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00220 |
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
CABALLO SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 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 Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 is owned by CABALLO SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 built?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 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 Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 has a dam height of 31 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 Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 last inspected?
Caballo Arroyo Dam No. 5 was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.