Six Mile Power Dam
Key Takeaway
Six Mile Power Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 10.1% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18,000 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00195 |
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
CITY OF CARLSBAD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Six Mile Power Dam?
Six Mile Power 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 Six Mile Power Dam?
Six Mile Power Dam is owned by CITY OF CARLSBAD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Six Mile Power Dam built?
Six Mile Power Dam was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Six Mile Power Dam?
Six Mile Power 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 Six Mile Power Dam?
Six Mile Power Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Six Mile Power Dam last inspected?
Six Mile Power Dam was last inspected on February 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.