Bergen East
Key Takeaway
Bergen East is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 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 | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 706 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1874 (152 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01821 |
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
BERGEN DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (EASTON, ROBERT)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bergen East?
Bergen 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 Bergen East?
Bergen East is owned by BERGEN DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (EASTON, ROBERT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bergen East built?
Bergen East was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Bergen East?
Bergen East serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bergen East?
Bergen 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 Bergen East last inspected?
Bergen East was last inspected on April 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.