Big Lick Irrigation
Key Takeaway
Big Lick Irrigation is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 157 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 459 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 624 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00963 |
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
BEAN, VIRGINIA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Lick Irrigation?
Big Lick Irrigation 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 Lick Irrigation?
Big Lick Irrigation is owned by BEAN, VIRGINIA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Lick Irrigation built?
Big Lick Irrigation was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lick Irrigation?
Big Lick Irrigation serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Lick Irrigation?
Big Lick Irrigation has a dam height of 25 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 Lick Irrigation last inspected?
Big Lick Irrigation was last inspected on June 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.