Tx Diversion Dam No 3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: May 3, 2026

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Tx Diversion Dam No 3, located in Cibola, New Mexico, is a Federal-owned gravity dam constructed in 1969 by the Bureau of Land Management.


Summary

With a structural height of 14 feet and a hydraulic height of 8 feet, this dam serves the primary purpose of debris control on the tributary to Colorado Arroyo. It has a storage capacity of 82.3 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 45.9 acres.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential and not currently rated for condition assessment, Tx Diversion Dam No 3 is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2018. This dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated as of the latest data available. While it does not fall under state jurisdiction or permitting, it is solely regulated by the Bureau of Land Management, which also oversees its operations and maintenance.

Overall, Tx Diversion Dam No 3 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and ensuring debris control in the region. Its construction and maintenance activities are solely funded and managed by the Federal government, specifically the Bureau of Land Management. With its strategic location and design features, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in New Mexico's Congressional District 02.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

1565

River Or Stream

Tributary to Colorado Arroyo

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

45.9

Hydraulic Height

8

Nid Storage

82.3

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
Seasonal Comparison

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.