Laguna Del Campo Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 22, 2026
Laguna Del Campo Dam, also known as Burns Lake Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Rio Arriba, New Mexico.
Summary
Built in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 500 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its 11-acre surface area along the Rio Brazos-Os.
Despite its recreational allure, the dam is classified with a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, underscoring the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 28 feet, is a crucial feature of the dam's design to manage peak discharges of up to 1185 cubic feet per second. Its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both visitors and local communities.
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Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
RIO BRAZOS-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
5.75 |
Nid Storage |
178 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
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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