Ladera Dam No. 12 dam
Ladera Dam No. 12
Ladera Dam No. 12, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the Ladera Arroyo. Built in 1976 by LEVERTON/DENNEY & MCCORNACK/BURNS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a structural height of 26 feet and a length of 1816 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 99.65 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 52,568 cubic feet per second, making it a significant structure in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the area.
Despite its importance, Ladera Dam No. 12 is currently assessed to be in poor condition, with a high hazard potential. The last inspection in November 2018 revealed the need for improvements and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Office of the State Engineer, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to address any issues that may arise. With its location in a high-risk area and the potential consequences of failure, efforts to enhance the dam's condition and reduce risks are essential to safeguard the surrounding community and water resources.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the critical role of structures like Ladera Dam No. 12 is essential in managing flood risks and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources. The dam's moderate risk assessment and the ongoing efforts to address its condition highlight the importance of proactive maintenance and management practices in safeguarding infrastructure and communities in the face of changing weather patterns and increasing water-related challenges. By staying informed and engaged in the monitoring and improvement of dams like Ladera Dam No. 12, enthusiasts can contribute to enhancing water resource management and resilience in the face of climate change impacts.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ladera Dam No. 12 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande At Albuquerque | 11 cfs | → |
| San Jose Drain At Woodward Rd At Albq. | · | → |
| N. Floodway Channel At Albuquerque | 0 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande Nr Alameda | 49 cfs | → |
| South Div Channel Abv Tijeras Arroyo Nr Albq. | · | → |
| Hahn Arroyo In Albuquerque | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ladera Dam No. 12.
Campgrounds
- Kirtland Afb Military
- Isleta Lake Rv
- Coronado State Monument
- Coronado
- Campbell Scout Ranch
- Cedro Peak Group Campground
Fishing spots
- La Junta Fishing Site
- Las Casitas Fishing Site
- San Diego Fishing Site
- River's Bend Fishing Site
- Bluffs Fishing Site
- Rincon Fishing Site
Track Ladera Dam No. 12 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ladera Dam No. 12
Where does the data for Ladera Dam No. 12 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ladera Dam No. 12.