Lauson Arroyo Flood Detention Dam
New Mexico — Doña Ana County — LAUSON ARROYO
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Doña Ana |
| River | LAUSON ARROYO |
| Coordinates | 32.02858, -106.57747 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| NID Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 20, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1996 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | DONA ANA COUNTY FLOOD COMMISSION |
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.