Hubbell Lake Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Hubbell Lake Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 17 ft (taller than 12.3% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 4,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | NM00421 |
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
ALBUQUERQUE METRO ARROYO FLOOD CONTROL AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hubbell Lake Detention Dam?
Hubbell Lake Detention 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 Hubbell Lake Detention Dam?
Hubbell Lake Detention Dam is owned by ALBUQUERQUE METRO ARROYO FLOOD CONTROL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hubbell Lake Detention Dam built?
Hubbell Lake Detention Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Hubbell Lake Detention Dam?
Hubbell Lake Detention 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 Hubbell Lake Detention Dam?
Hubbell Lake Detention Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hubbell Lake Detention Dam last inspected?
Hubbell Lake Detention Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.