Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 25.2% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 273 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00347 |
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
SL RANCH LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam?
Van Bruggen Reservoir 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 Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam?
Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam is owned by SL RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam built?
Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam?
Van Bruggen Reservoir 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 Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam?
Van Bruggen Reservoir 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 Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Van Bruggen Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.