Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam
Key Takeaway
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 10.1% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 178 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | NM00619 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FORT HERON PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I 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 Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam is owned by FORT HERON PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam built?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam last inspected?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase I Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.