Alto Lake Dam
New Mexico — Lincoln County — EAGLE CREEK
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Lincoln |
| River | EAGLE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 33.39610, -105.67140 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Height | 51 ft |
| Dam Length | 362 ft |
| NID Storage | 449 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 449 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 30, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1965 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | VILLAGE OF RUIDOSO |
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.