Zuber Draw Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Zuber Draw Site 2 Dam, also known as Peter's Lake Dam, is located in Dexter, Chaves County, New Mexico, and was completed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This local government-owned dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Zubi Draw river. With a height of 16 feet and a structural height of 23 feet, the dam spans a length of 7540 feet and has a storage capacity of 3719 acre-feet, making it a crucial component in managing water resources in the region.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment is fair as of the last inspection in April 2019. With a moderate risk rating, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in flood mitigation. The spillway, with a width of 700 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has no associated locks or outlet gates. Despite its age, Zuber Draw Site 2 Dam remains a vital infrastructure in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management and climate adaptation measures in the region.
Overall, Zuber Draw Site 2 Dam stands as a crucial structure in the flood risk reduction efforts in New Mexico, highlighting the collaboration between local government, state regulatory agencies, and federal design and construction entities in safeguarding communities and natural resources. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Zuber Draw Site 2 are essential in ensuring the resilience of water infrastructure and the protection of downstream areas from potential flood events.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
7540 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
ZUBI DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
450 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
57.3 |
Nid Storage |
3719 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Zuber Draw Site 2 Dam