New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 19 - NATURAL RESOURCES AND WILDLIFE
Chapter 25 - ADMINISTRATION AND USE OF WATER - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Part 12 - DAM DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND DAM SAFETY
Section 19.25.12.10 - HAZARD POTENTIAL CLASSIFICATION
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 6, March 26, 2024
The hazard potential classification is a rating for a dam based on the potential consequences of failure. The rating is based on loss of life, damage to property and environmental damage that is likely to occur in the event of dam failure. No allowances for evacuation or other emergency actions by the population shall be considered. The hazard potential classification is not a reflection of the condition of the dam.
A. Low hazard potential: Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or misoperation results in no probable loss of life and low economic or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the dam owner's property.
B. Significant hazard potential: Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or misoperation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or can impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be located in populated areas with significant infrastructure.
C. High hazard potential: Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or misoperation will probably cause loss of human life.
