Snow Lake Dam
New Mexico — Catron County — SNOW CREEK
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Catron |
| River | SNOW CREEK |
| Coordinates | 33.41716, -108.49525 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 92 ft |
| Dam Height | 86 ft |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| NID Storage | 9,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 9,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 539 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | September 16, 2014 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1967 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH |
| Other Name | Snow Creek Dam |
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.