Paguate Reservoir Report
Nearby: Seboyeta Irrigation Dam Seama
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Paguate is a federally owned water supply dam located in Cibola, New Mexico.
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Summary
Managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, this earth dam was completed in 1949 and stands at a structural height of 36 feet, with a length of 2625 feet. The primary purpose of Paguate is to provide water supply to the surrounding area, with a normal storage capacity of 270 acre-feet.
Despite its age, Paguate has a high hazard potential and is classified as having a very high risk level. The dam has not been inspected since 2012, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is not available, emergency action plans have been prepared and revised in 2013, although the exact details of these plans are not disclosed in the data.
Paguate serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the region, but its high hazard potential and risk level highlight the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and reliability of the dam. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find Paguate an intriguing case study in the intersection of water management, infrastructure maintenance, and emergency preparedness.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
2625 |
River Or Stream |
RIO PAGUATE - OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
270 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
Paguate