Dams in Guayama County, Puerto Rico
2Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Guayama County, Puerto Rico
Guayama County has 2 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Guayama County is 112 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Carite Dam at 104 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carite Dam | High | Poor | 104 | Hydroelectric | 1913 |
| Melania Dam | High | Satisfactory | 30 | Irrigation | 1914 |