Fourth Of July dam
Fourth Of July
Fourth of July is a federal recreation site located in Rio Arriba, New Mexico, along the Los Alamos Creek. Managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, this site offers a variety of recreational activities for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam at Fourth of July is an earth dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 515 feet, creating a surface area of 2.81 acres for visitors to explore.
Despite its high hazard potential, Fourth of July has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 115 feet, providing a unique and exciting experience for those who visit. While the condition assessment of the dam is not currently available, regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure the safety of the structure.
For those looking to escape the summer heat and immerse themselves in nature, Fourth of July is the perfect destination. Whether you're interested in fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the scenic beauty of the surrounding area, this federal recreation site has something for everyone. So pack your bags, grab your sunscreen, and head to Fourth of July for a memorable outdoor adventure.
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 Fourth Of July -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Navajo River Bl Oso Diversion Dam Nr Chromo | 89 cfs | → |
| Rio Chama Near La Puente | 165 cfs | → |
| Navajo R At Banded Peak Ranch | 208 cfs | → |
| Rio Chama Below El Vado Dam | 330 cfs | → |
| Conejos River Near Mogote | 901 cfs | → |
| Rio Blanco Bl Blanco Div Dam | 40 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fourth Of July.
Campgrounds
- Trujillo Meadows Campground
- Lower Lagunitas
- Trujillo Meadows
- Upper Lagunitas
- Lagunitas
- Upper Lagunitas / Lower Lagunitas Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Lagunitas Creek Fishing
- Trujillo Meadows Boating Site
- Trujillo Meadows Lake
- La Manga Creek (Beaver Ponds)
- Hidden Lakes Fishing
- Rio Nutritas Fishing
Paddle runs
- Lower Branch--Sec 28, T33n, R3e; Upper Branch--Sec 15, T33n, R3e To Sec 7, T32n, R4e
- Tierra Amarilla Grant Boundary To Colorado Stateline
- Sec 1, T33n, R3e To Confluence With East Fork--Sec 17, T33n, R4e
- Dipping Lakes--Sec 5, T33n, R4e To Confluence With West Fork--Sec 17, T33n, R4e
- Sec 23, T32n, R5e To Sec 20, T32n, R6e (Co/Nm State Line)
- Sec 9, T32n, R6e To Sec 22, T32n, R6e (Co/Nm State Line)
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About Fourth Of July
Where does the data for Fourth Of July 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
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