Chino Mines Tailings Dam No. 7
New Mexico — Grant County
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Grant |
| Coordinates | 32.63380, -108.10050 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 230 ft |
| Dam Height | 230 ft |
| Dam Length | 24,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 19,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 19,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,317 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1988 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | FREEPORT MCMORAN CORPORATION |
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.