Cass Draw Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Cass Draw Site 2 Dam, also known as Little Cass Draw Site 2, is a local government-owned structure located in Loving, Eddy County, New Mexico.
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Summary
The dam was designed by the USDA NRCS and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cass Draw river. Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 3676 feet, with a storage capacity of 372 acre-feet.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Cass Draw Site 2 Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of January 2019. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet and is subject to regular inspections by the state regulatory agency, the Office of the State Engineer. Its risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, with no emergency action plan currently in place.
With its strategic location and critical role in flood risk management, Cass Draw Site 2 Dam remains a key infrastructure in the area, providing essential protection to the surrounding community. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory efforts that go into maintaining and monitoring this vital structure to ensure the safety and resilience of the region in the face of potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
3676 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
CASS DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
372 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Cass Draw Site 2 Dam