Arnold Flood Water
Key Takeaway
Arnold Flood Water is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01950 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SAM CAPPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arnold Flood Water?
Arnold Flood Water is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arnold Flood Water?
Arnold Flood Water is owned by SAM CAPPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnold Flood Water built?
Arnold Flood Water was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Arnold Flood Water?
Arnold Flood Water serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arnold Flood Water?
Arnold Flood Water has a dam height of 19 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 Arnold Flood Water last inspected?
Arnold Flood Water was last inspected on April 13, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.