Bramkamp

MUDDY CREEK· Adams, Colorado· Built 1895· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Bramkamp is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO)
Dam Length4,060 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage450 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres
Drainage Area116 sq mi
Max Discharge22,200 cfs
Year Completed1895 (131 years old)
NID IDCO02032

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: November 9, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

THOMAS H. BRADBURY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bramkamp?

Bramkamp 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 Bramkamp?

Bramkamp is owned by THOMAS H. BRADBURY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bramkamp built?

Bramkamp was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Bramkamp?

Bramkamp serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Bramkamp?

Bramkamp has a dam height of 20 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 Bramkamp last inspected?

Bramkamp was last inspected on November 9, 2012. 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.