Wall Lake Dam

TAYLOR CREEK· Catron, New Mexico· Built 1949· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 32.2% in NM)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage188 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area100 sq mi
Max Discharge4,000 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNM00487

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 4, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER

Ownership

FOWLER, RAY

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wall Lake Dam?

Wall Lake 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 Wall Lake Dam?

Wall Lake Dam is owned by FOWLER, RAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wall Lake Dam built?

Wall Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Wall Lake Dam?

Wall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wall Lake Dam?

Wall Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wall Lake Dam last inspected?

Wall Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.