Luna Energy Facility Evaporation Ponds 1 & 2
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 Length | 3,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00639 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PNM, TUCSON ELECTRIC & FREEPORT MCM COPPER & GOLD
Private
Nearby Dams
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.