Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond
Key Takeaway
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 21.2% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 2,006 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | NM00589 |
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
LEE/HAMMOND WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond 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 Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond is owned by LEE/HAMMOND WATER USERS ASSOCIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond built?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond last inspected?
Lee/Hammond Water Treatment Pond was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.