Southwest Laguna Grande Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyEddy
Nearest CityMALAGA
River/StreamPECOS RIVER
Coordinates32.29459, -104.02659

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length5,860 ft
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage39,800 acre-ft
Max Storage39,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage34,850 acre-ft
Surface Area4,710 acres
Drainage Area362 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerMOSAIC POTASH CARLSBAD INC.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection02/28/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNM00667
Federal IDNM00667
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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