Barton Porter West
Key Takeaway
Barton Porter West is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 89 ft (taller than 95% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02861 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 West?
Barton Porter West is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Barton Porter West?
Barton Porter West is owned by PORTER, TRAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barton Porter West built?
Barton Porter West was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 West?
Barton Porter West 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 West?
Barton Porter West has a dam height of 89 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 West last inspected?
Barton Porter West was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.