Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 107 ft (taller than 90.5% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 512 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 499 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1964 |
| NID ID | NM00504 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 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 Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam is owned by FREEPORT MCMORAN CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam built?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Reservoir No. 7 Dam?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam has a dam height of 107 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 Reservoir No. 7 Dam last inspected?
Chino Mines Reservoir No. 7 Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.