Upper Shuree Pond Dam dam
Upper Shuree Pond Dam
Upper Shuree Pond Dam, located in New Mexico, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the USDA Forest Service. Built in 1971, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 42 feet and serves multiple purposes including recreation, fire protection, and wildlife conservation. With a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, the dam is situated on Shuree Creek near Shuree Lodge, creating a serene backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
The dam's reservoir offers opportunities for fishing, wildlife observation, and water-based recreational activities. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential due to its location and design. The dam's spillway, outlet gates, and other features are all crucial components in managing water flow and ensuring the dam's structural integrity. While the dam underwent modifications in 1980 for structural improvements, its condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure public safety.
Overall, Upper Shuree Pond Dam is a vital water resource for the surrounding area, providing not only recreational opportunities but also serving important functions such as fire protection and wildlife habitat enhancement. As climate change continues to impact water resources and ecosystems, the proper management and maintenance of dams like Upper Shuree Pond Dam become increasingly crucial in safeguarding both human and environmental well-being. With a focus on risk assessment and management, this dam stands as a testament to the intricate balance between water resource utilization and conservation in the face of a changing climate.
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 Upper Shuree Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Costilla Creek Below Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Santistevan Creek Near Costilla | 1 cfs | → |
| Costilla Creek Above Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Casias Creek Near Costilla | 3 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam | 19 cfs | → |
| Ponil Creek Near Cimarron | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Upper Shuree Pond Dam.
Campgrounds
- Nfs Cimarron Campground
- Cimarron Campground
- Middle Ponil Camp
- Little Costilla Low Impact Camp
- Ash Mountain Camp
- Mccrystal Creek Camp
Fishing spots
- Shuree Lakes Fishing
- Red River Fishing
- Columbine Creek Fishing
- Sanchez Reservoir
- Rio Grande Fishing
- Monument Reservoir (Trinidad)
Paddle runs
Track Upper Shuree Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Upper Shuree Pond Dam
Where does the data for Upper Shuree Pond Dam 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 Upper Shuree Pond Dam.