Montoya Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Montoya Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07264 |
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
CITY OF EL PASO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montoya Detention Dam?
Montoya Detention Dam 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 Montoya Detention Dam?
Montoya Detention Dam is owned by CITY OF EL PASO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montoya Detention Dam built?
Montoya Detention Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Montoya Detention Dam?
Montoya Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Montoya Detention Dam?
Montoya Detention Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Montoya Detention Dam last inspected?
Montoya Detention Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.