Flood Control Dams in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico has 4 flood control dams, of which 4 carry a high hazard classification. The dam is designed to control downstream flooding by temporarily storing excess water during storms and releasing it at a controlled rate.
| # | Dam | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cerrillos Dam | Ponce | 323 | High | Satisfactory | 1992 |
| 2 | Portugues Dam | Ponce | 220 | High | Satisfactory | 2015 |
| 3 | Ajies Dam Structure 2a | Añasco | 52 | High | Poor | 1984 |
| 4 | Daguey Dam Structure 3 | Añasco | 50 | High | Poor | 1978 |