Kight Flood Retard Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Located in Doña Ana, New Mexico, the Kight Flood Retard Dam, also known as Kight Floodwater Dam, was completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet, with a structural height of 34 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet. Designed for flood risk reduction on the CHURCH ARROYO, it has a maximum storage capacity of 232 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.36 square miles.
With a surface area of 13.4 acres, the Kight Flood Retard Dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet. Despite its poor condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER in New Mexico and undergoes regular inspections. The dam, owned by the local government, serves as a critical infrastructure for the unincorporated residents southwest of the dam, protecting them from potential flooding events.
Although the Kight Flood Retard Dam poses a moderate risk, its presence is essential for flood risk reduction in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, this earth dam continues to play a vital role in protecting the community and surrounding areas from the impacts of extreme weather events and potential flooding.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
CHURCH ARROYO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1.36 |
Nid Storage |
232 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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