Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 25 ft (taller than 29.1% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,804 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 844 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | NM00207 |
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
LAVA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam?
Prop Canyon Site 1 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 Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam?
Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam is owned by LAVA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam built?
Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam?
Prop Canyon Site 1 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 Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam?
Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam last inspected?
Prop Canyon Site 1 Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.