Dams in Catron County, New Mexico
6Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Catron County, New Mexico
Catron County has 6 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Catron County is 63 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Quemado Lake Dam at 100 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quemado Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 100 | Recreation | 1971 |
| Snow Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 92 | Recreation | 1967 |
| Wall Lake Dam | Low | Poor | 40 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1949 |
| Red Hill Detention Dam No.1 | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Debris Control | |
| Romero Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 30 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | |
| Layton Det Dam No.4 | Low | Not Rated | 28 | Debris Control |