Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 | 60 ft (taller than 77.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 22,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,740 acres |
| Drainage Area | 181 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00553 |
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
EAGLE DRAW FLOOD DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed 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 Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam is owned by EAGLE DRAW FLOOD DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam built?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed 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 Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam last inspected?
Eagle-Tumbleweed Draw Watershed Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.