Aubert
Key Takeaway
Aubert is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01854 |
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
HAWKS, DAVE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Aubert?
Aubert 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 Aubert?
Aubert is owned by HAWKS, DAVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aubert built?
Aubert was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Aubert?
Aubert serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Aubert?
Aubert has a dam height of 28 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 Aubert last inspected?
Aubert was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.