Leasburg Diversion Dam

Doña Ana County, New Mexico (near MESILLA)

River/Stream: RIO GRANDE RIVER

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
10 ft
Dam Length
2,865 ft
Reservoir Storage
150 acre-ft
Year Completed
1907
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
17,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Available

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NM00007
State
New Mexico (NM)
Coordinates
32.49710, -106.92330
Age
119 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.