Barton Porter East
Key Takeaway
Barton Porter East is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 93.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 826 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | CO00698 |
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
PORTER, TRAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barton Porter East?
Barton Porter East 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 Barton Porter East?
Barton Porter East is owned by PORTER, TRAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barton Porter East built?
Barton Porter East was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Barton Porter East?
Barton Porter East 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 Barton Porter East?
Barton Porter East has a dam height of 75 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 Barton Porter East last inspected?
Barton Porter East was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.