Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam
Key Takeaway
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 66.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00277 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOBE MATERIALS, L.P. & FORT SELDON, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam is owned by JOBE MATERIALS, L.P. & FORT SELDON, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam built?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding 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 Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding 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 Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam last inspected?
Rhodes Arroyo Retarding Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.