Canada Tanques Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Canada Tanques Retention Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 45.4% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00708 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Canada Tanques Retention Dam?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam 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 Canada Tanques Retention Dam?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canada Tanques Retention Dam built?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Canada Tanques Retention Dam?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Canada Tanques Retention Dam?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Canada Tanques Retention Dam last inspected?
Canada Tanques Retention Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.