Branith #1

ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS· Boulder, Colorado· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Branith #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge4,400 cfs
Year Modified1976
NID IDCO00735

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: August 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

BRANITH, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Branith #1?

Branith #1 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 Branith #1?

Branith #1 is owned by BRANITH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Branith #1?

Branith #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Branith #1?

Branith #1 has a dam height of 13 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 Branith #1 last inspected?

Branith #1 was last inspected on August 28, 2020. 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.