Chino Mines Dam No. 8
Key Takeaway
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 66.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | NM00172 |
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
FREEPORT MCMORAN CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chino Mines Dam No. 8?
Chino Mines Dam No. 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 Chino Mines Dam No. 8?
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 is owned by FREEPORT MCMORAN CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chino Mines Dam No. 8 built?
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Chino Mines Dam No. 8?
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chino Mines Dam No. 8?
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 has a dam height of 45 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 Chino Mines Dam No. 8 last inspected?
Chino Mines Dam No. 8 was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.