Maxwell Dam No. 2
New Mexico — Colfax County — VERMEJO RIVER - OS
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Colfax |
| River | VERMEJO RIVER - OS |
| Coordinates | 36.60452, -104.63361 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 10,730 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,883 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,883 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 418 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | April 6, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | VERMEJO CONSERVANCY DISTRICT |
| Other Name | Laguna Madre |
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.