Big Creek #5
Key Takeaway
Big Creek #5 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 232 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 355 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00940 |
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
BIG CREEK RESERVOIR COMPANY (YOUNG - PRESIDENT, HA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Creek #5?
Big Creek #5 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 Big Creek #5?
Big Creek #5 is owned by BIG CREEK RESERVOIR COMPANY (YOUNG - PRESIDENT, HA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Creek #5 built?
Big Creek #5 was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Big Creek #5?
Big Creek #5 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Creek #5?
Big Creek #5 has a dam height of 19 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 Big Creek #5 last inspected?
Big Creek #5 was last inspected on August 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.