Corrales Heights Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Corrales Heights Dam, located in Sandoval, New Mexico, along the Rio Grande, is a local government-owned structure designed by Gordon Herkenhoff & Associates, Inc.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1973, stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 762 feet, with a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial infrastructure in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam is regulated and permitted by the Office of the State Engineer in New Mexico, with regular inspections ensuring its satisfactory condition and moderate risk assessment. The spillway, with a width of 75 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for the release of excess water during high-flow events. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as meeting safety guidelines and has emergency protocols in place, though the last update on these measures was not provided in the data.
Overall, Corrales Heights Dam plays a vital role in managing flood risks in the region, reflecting a collaborative effort between local authorities and state agencies to ensure the safety and resilience of the community in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource management challenges. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall protection of the area, highlighting the importance of proactive infrastructure planning and maintenance in the context of climate adaptation and sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
762 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
RIO GRANDE - TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.87 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
45 |
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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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