Bassett #2
Key Takeaway
Bassett #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 245 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01960 |
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
RAFTOPOULOS BROTHERS (RAFTOPOULOS, JOHN)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bassett #2?
Bassett #2 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 Bassett #2?
Bassett #2 is owned by RAFTOPOULOS BROTHERS (RAFTOPOULOS, JOHN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bassett #2 built?
Bassett #2 was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Bassett #2?
Bassett #2 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bassett #2?
Bassett #2 has a dam height of 16 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 Bassett #2 last inspected?
Bassett #2 was last inspected on July 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.