San Juan South Pond 2
Key Takeaway
San Juan South Pond 2 is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 47.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 3,739 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00625 |
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
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF NEW MEXICO
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of San Juan South Pond 2?
San Juan South Pond 2 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 San Juan South Pond 2?
San Juan South Pond 2 is owned by PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF NEW MEXICO (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was San Juan South Pond 2 built?
San Juan South Pond 2 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 San Juan South Pond 2?
San Juan South Pond 2 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 San Juan South Pond 2?
San Juan South Pond 2 has a dam height of 31 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 San Juan South Pond 2 last inspected?
San Juan South Pond 2 was last inspected on May 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.