Chuska Lake

McKinley, New Mexico· 31 ft tall

Unknown Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Chuska Lake is classified as unknown in New Mexico.

Physical Details

Dam Height	31 ft (taller than 47.9% in NM)
Normal Storage	518 acre-ft

NID ID	NM00283

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

Nearby Dams

Whiskey Lake

McKinley, NM

Unknown 25 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chuska Lake?

Chuska Lake is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Chuska Lake?

Chuska Lake is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Chuska Lake?

Chuska Lake 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.