Morgan Dam
Key Takeaway
Morgan Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 133 ft (taller than 93.3% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 6,760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,260 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00248 |
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
Arizona Public Service Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Morgan Dam?
Morgan 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam is owned by Arizona Public Service Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgan Dam built?
Morgan Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam has a dam height of 133 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 Morgan Dam last inspected?
Morgan Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.