Amole Arroyo Detention Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Amole Arroyo Detention Dam, also known as Amole Arroyo Floodwater Retarding Structure, is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.
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Summary
Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a structural height of 41 feet, with a length of 5100 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 582 acre-feet, serving the purpose of mitigating flood risks along the Amole Arroyo stream.
Managed by the local government in Albuquerque, the Amole Arroyo Detention Dam is regulated by the Office of the State Engineer in New Mexico. With a high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected to ensure public safety, with the last assessment conducted in June 2019 deeming its condition as satisfactory. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 420 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 22,969 cubic feet per second.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Amole Arroyo Detention Dam represents a crucial piece of infrastructure in managing flood risks in the region. Its strategic location and design play a significant role in safeguarding communities against potential inundation events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
5100 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
AMOLE ARROYO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
582 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |
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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.
Amole Arroyo Detention Dam