Quemado Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Quemado Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 73 ft (taller than 84.4% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 924 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 62 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00139 |
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
NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Quemado Lake Dam?
Quemado Lake Dam 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 Quemado Lake Dam?
Quemado Lake Dam is owned by NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quemado Lake Dam built?
Quemado Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Quemado Lake Dam?
Quemado Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quemado Lake Dam?
Quemado Lake Dam has a dam height of 73 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 Quemado Lake Dam last inspected?
Quemado Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.