Akers & Tarr
Key Takeaway
Akers & Tarr is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 79.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1964 |
| NID ID | CO00168 |
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
GADDIS, JOHN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Akers & Tarr?
Akers & Tarr 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 Akers & Tarr?
Akers & Tarr is owned by GADDIS, JOHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Akers & Tarr built?
Akers & Tarr was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Akers & Tarr?
Akers & Tarr serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Akers & Tarr?
Akers & Tarr has a dam height of 38 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 Akers & Tarr last inspected?
Akers & Tarr was last inspected on October 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.