Corrales Heights Dam
Key Takeaway
Corrales Heights Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 66.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 762 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,695 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00362 |
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
SOUTHERN SANDOVAL COUNTY ARROYO FLOOD CONTROL AUTH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Corrales Heights Dam?
Corrales Heights 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 Corrales Heights Dam?
Corrales Heights Dam is owned by SOUTHERN SANDOVAL COUNTY ARROYO FLOOD CONTROL AUTH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corrales Heights Dam built?
Corrales Heights Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Corrales Heights Dam?
Corrales Heights Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Corrales Heights Dam?
Corrales Heights Dam 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 Corrales Heights Dam last inspected?
Corrales Heights Dam was last inspected on December 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.