A. M. Puett
Key Takeaway
A. M. Puett is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 84.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,895 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 163 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01090 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SUMMIT RESERVOIR & IRRIGATION COMPANY (WAGNER, LAU
Private
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What is the hazard classification of A. M. Puett?
A. M. Puett is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates A. M. Puett?
A. M. Puett is owned by SUMMIT RESERVOIR & IRRIGATION COMPANY (WAGNER, LAU (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A. M. Puett built?
A. M. Puett was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A. M. Puett?
A. M. Puett serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is A. M. Puett?
A. M. Puett has a dam height of 43 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was A. M. Puett last inspected?
A. M. Puett was last inspected on October 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.