Gardner Dam

Union County, New Mexico (near CLAPHAM, TEXAS)

River/Stream: TRAMPEROS CREEK - TR

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
46 ft
Dam Length
750 ft
Reservoir Storage
140 acre-ft
Year Completed
1941
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,700 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2020-02-26

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

Condition Assessment: Unsatisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NM00176
State
New Mexico (NM)
Coordinates
36.25785, -103.55203
Age
85 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.