Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2

MIMBRES-OS· Luna, New Mexico· Built 2002· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 1.2% in NM)
Dam Length3,950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage123 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDNM00639

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: March 26, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER

Ownership

PNM, TUCSON ELECTRIC & FREEPORT MCM COPPER & GOLD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 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 Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 is owned by PNM, TUCSON ELECTRIC & FREEPORT MCM COPPER & GOLD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 built?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 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 Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 has a dam height of 10 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 Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 last inspected?

Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2 was last inspected on March 26, 2014. 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.