Bowles #2

BOWLES SEEP CANAL· Adams, Colorado· Built 1908· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bowles #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage635 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge210 cfs
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)
NID IDCO01109

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 24, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

FARMERS RESERVOIR AND IRRIGATION COMPANY (EDGAR, S

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowles #2?

Bowles #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 Bowles #2?

Bowles #2 is owned by FARMERS RESERVOIR AND IRRIGATION COMPANY (EDGAR, S (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bowles #2 built?

Bowles #2 was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Bowles #2?

Bowles #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bowles #2?

Bowles #2 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 Bowles #2 last inspected?

Bowles #2 was last inspected on September 24, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.