Two Rivers Diamond A Dam
Key Takeaway
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam is classified as high hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 98 ft (taller than 89.9% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 5,920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,027 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 233,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00004 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Albuquerque District
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Two Rivers Diamond A Dam?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Two Rivers Diamond A Dam?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam is owned by USACE - Albuquerque District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Two Rivers Diamond A Dam built?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Two Rivers Diamond A Dam?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Two Rivers Diamond A Dam?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam has a dam height of 98 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 Two Rivers Diamond A Dam last inspected?
Two Rivers Diamond A Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.