Morphy Lake Dam
New Mexico, Mora County, RIO MORPHY-TR
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Mora |
| River | RIO MORPHY-TR |
| Coordinates | 35.94138, -105.40047 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 436 ft |
| NID Storage | 507 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | - |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 8, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | ACEQUIA DE LA ISLA & ACEQUIA DE LA SAN JOSE |
| Other Name | Murphy Lake Dam |
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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.