Clayton Dam
New Mexico — Union County — CIMARRON RIVER-TR
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Union |
| River | CIMARRON RIVER-TR |
| Coordinates | 36.57610, -103.29520 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 82 ft |
| Dam Height | 82 ft |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,630 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,630 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 175 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | September 4, 2014 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.