Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 62% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 990 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00229 |
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
UTE CREEK SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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High Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 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 Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam is owned by UTE CREEK SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam built?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 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 Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Tramperos Creek No. 2 Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.