Layton Det Dam No.4

LITTLE COLORADO OFFSTR· Catron, New Mexico·

Low Hazard Debris Control Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Layton Det Dam No.4 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Length	1,000 ft
Max Storage	79 acre-ft
Normal Storage	79 acre-ft

Surface Area	7 acres
NID ID	NM00066

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: July 16, 2019

State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Red Hill Detention Dam No.1

Catron, NM

Low Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Layton Det Dam No.4?

Layton Det Dam No.4 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 Layton Det Dam No.4?

Layton Det Dam No.4 is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Layton Det Dam No.4?

Layton Det Dam No.4 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Layton Det Dam No.4 last inspected?

Layton Det Dam No.4 was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.