Barrett
Key Takeaway
Barrett is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,098 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00124 |
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
DAVE MCGRAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barrett?
Barrett 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 Barrett?
Barrett is owned by DAVE MCGRAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrett built?
Barrett was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Barrett?
Barrett serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barrett?
Barrett has a dam height of 24 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 Barrett last inspected?
Barrett was last inspected on November 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.