Cabresto Dam
Key Takeaway
Cabresto Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 78 ft (taller than 85.3% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 218 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17,579 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00240 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CABRESTO LAKE IRRIG.CO;LLANO COMMUNITY DITCH
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cabresto Dam?
Cabresto Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cabresto Dam?
Cabresto Dam is owned by CABRESTO LAKE IRRIG.CO;LLANO COMMUNITY DITCH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cabresto Dam built?
Cabresto Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Cabresto Dam?
Cabresto Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cabresto Dam?
Cabresto Dam has a dam height of 78 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 Cabresto Dam last inspected?
Cabresto Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.