Seboyeta Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 25.2% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00338 |
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
SEBOYETA IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Seboyeta Irrigation Dam?
Seboyeta Irrigation 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 Seboyeta Irrigation Dam?
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam is owned by SEBOYETA IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seboyeta Irrigation Dam built?
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Seboyeta Irrigation Dam?
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Seboyeta Irrigation Dam?
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Seboyeta Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Seboyeta Irrigation Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.