Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 10 ft (taller than 1.2% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00450 |
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
CITY OF ARTESIA
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam?
Se Storm Drainage Detention 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 Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam?
Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam is owned by CITY OF ARTESIA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam built?
Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam?
Se Storm Drainage Detention 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 Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam?
Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam last inspected?
Se Storm Drainage Detention Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.