Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam
Key Takeaway
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 4% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 9,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 838 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00665 |
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
CITY OF CLOVIS
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex 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 Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam is owned by CITY OF CLOVIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam built?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam 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 Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam last inspected?
Clovis Wastewater Lagoon Complex Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.