Bellaire
Key Takeaway
Bellaire is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01156 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bellaire?
Bellaire 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 Bellaire?
Bellaire is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bellaire built?
Bellaire was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Bellaire?
Bellaire serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bellaire?
Bellaire has a dam height of 9 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 Bellaire last inspected?
Bellaire was last inspected on September 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.