Broad
Key Takeaway
Broad is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01781 |
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
FARMERS HIGHLINE CANAL & RESERVOIR CO. (BOLLINGER,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broad?
Broad 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 Broad?
Broad is owned by FARMERS HIGHLINE CANAL & RESERVOIR CO. (BOLLINGER, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broad built?
Broad was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Broad?
Broad 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 Broad?
Broad has a dam height of 12 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 Broad last inspected?
Broad was last inspected on May 31, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.