Dams in Lincoln County, New Mexico
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Dam Safety in Lincoln County, New Mexico
Lincoln County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Lincoln County is 65 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Grindstone Canyon Dam at 133 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindstone Canyon Dam | High | Fair | 133 | Water Supply | 1987 |
| Bonito Dam | High | Fair | 113 | Water Supply | 1930 |
| Upper Rio Hondo Site No. 1 Dam | High | Poor | 94 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1959 |
| Alto Lake Dam | High | Poor | 54 | Water Supply | 1965 |