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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.
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.
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 |