Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,106 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00092 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3?
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 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 Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3?
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 built?
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3?
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 last inspected?
Starvation Draw Detention Dam #3 was last inspected on June 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.