Hagardon Reservoir No. 5 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 28, 2025

Hagardon Reservoir No.


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Summary

5, located in Colfax, New Mexico, is a private water resource with a primary purpose of serving fire protection, stock, or small fish pond needs. Completed in 1914, this earth dam structure stands at 30 feet high and has a length of 960 feet, providing a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet. The reservoir spans an area of 10 acres and is fed by Chicos Creek, with a drainage area of 3.1 square miles.

Despite its age, Hagardon Reservoir No. 5 continues to play a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 15 feet, and maximum discharge capacity of 600 cubic feet per second. While the reservoir has a low hazard potential, its current condition assessment is rated as poor, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and potential rehabilitation to ensure its long-term functionality.

Managed by the Office of the State Engineer in New Mexico, Hagardon Reservoir No. 5 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its risk assessment is categorized as moderate, emphasizing the importance of implementing appropriate risk management measures. As a valuable water resource for the community of Springer, this reservoir serves as a vital component in maintaining water supply reliability, fire protection, and supporting local agricultural and wildlife needs.

Year Completed

1914

Dam Length

960

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

CHICOS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Drainage Area

3.1

Nid Storage

264

Structural Height

39

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.