Leprino Waste Treatment Pond
Key Takeaway
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 7.4% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 2,266 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00565 |
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
LEPRINO FOODS COMPANY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Leprino Waste Treatment Pond?
Leprino Waste 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 Leprino Waste Treatment Pond?
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond is owned by LEPRINO FOODS COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leprino Waste Treatment Pond built?
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Leprino Waste Treatment Pond?
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond 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 Leprino Waste Treatment Pond?
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond 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 Leprino Waste Treatment Pond last inspected?
Leprino Waste Treatment Pond was last inspected on April 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.