Jaritas Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Jaritas Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 7.4% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 3,278 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 990 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00297 |
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
BACA, MIKE & JAN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jaritas Dam No. 2?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 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 Jaritas Dam No. 2?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 is owned by BACA, MIKE & JAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jaritas Dam No. 2 built?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Jaritas Dam No. 2?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jaritas Dam No. 2?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 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 Jaritas Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Jaritas Dam No. 2 was last inspected on June 4, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.