Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam
Key Takeaway
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 47.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | NM00620 |
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 Ii Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii 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 Ii Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii 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 Ii Dam built?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Ii Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. 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 Ii Dam?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Ii Dam last inspected?
Fort Heron Preserve Phase Ii Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.