Ladera Dam No. 12
Key Takeaway
Ladera Dam No. 12 is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 20 ft (taller than 17.2% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,816 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52,568 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00433 |
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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High Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ladera Dam No. 12?
Ladera Dam No. 12 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 Ladera Dam No. 12?
Ladera Dam No. 12 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 Ladera Dam No. 12 built?
Ladera Dam No. 12 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Ladera Dam No. 12?
Ladera Dam No. 12 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 Ladera Dam No. 12?
Ladera Dam No. 12 has a dam height of 20 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 Ladera Dam No. 12 last inspected?
Ladera Dam No. 12 was last inspected on November 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.