Picacho South Dam
New Mexico — Doña Ana County
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Doña Ana |
| Coordinates | 32.34470, -106.85930 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,630 ft |
| NID Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT |
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.