Baseline - East
Key Takeaway
Baseline - East is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 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 | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 270 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 822 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00214 |
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
ASQUITH, MELANIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baseline - East?
Baseline - East 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 Baseline - East?
Baseline - East is owned by ASQUITH, MELANIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baseline - East built?
Baseline - East was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Baseline - East?
Baseline - East serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baseline - East?
Baseline - East has a dam height of 40 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 Baseline - East last inspected?
Baseline - East was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.