Davis Reservoir Dam

CANADIAN RIVER-OS· Colfax, New Mexico· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Davis Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 7.4% in NM)
Dam Length760 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDNM00189

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 3, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER

Ownership

MARCHETTI, KEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Reservoir Dam?

Davis Reservoir 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 Davis Reservoir Dam?

Davis Reservoir Dam is owned by MARCHETTI, KEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Reservoir Dam?

Davis Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Davis Reservoir Dam?

Davis Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Davis Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Davis Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 3, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.