Weatherly Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Weatherly Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Mexico. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 50% in NM) |
| Dam Length | 1,382 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | NM00358 |
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
SPRINGHILL CORPORATION
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Weatherly Reservoir Dam?
Weatherly 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 Weatherly Reservoir Dam?
Weatherly Reservoir Dam is owned by SPRINGHILL CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weatherly Reservoir Dam built?
Weatherly Reservoir Dam was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Weatherly Reservoir Dam?
Weatherly 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 Weatherly Reservoir Dam?
Weatherly Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Weatherly Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Weatherly Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 4, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.