Bald Mountain
Key Takeaway
Bald Mountain is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 473 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00356 |
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
IRON SPRINGS-CEDAR CANYON DITCH & RES. CO, (MCLAUG
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bald Mountain?
Bald Mountain 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 Bald Mountain?
Bald Mountain is owned by IRON SPRINGS-CEDAR CANYON DITCH & RES. CO, (MCLAUG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bald Mountain built?
Bald Mountain was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Bald Mountain?
Bald Mountain 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 Bald Mountain?
Bald Mountain has a dam height of 26 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 Bald Mountain last inspected?
Bald Mountain was last inspected on September 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.