Brunelli #2

BEAR CREEK-OS· Huerfano, Colorado· Earth· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Brunelli #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO)
Dam Length825 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
NID IDCO01977

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 15, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

GEORGE HESS,

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brunelli #2?

Brunelli #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 Brunelli #2?

Brunelli #2 is owned by GEORGE HESS, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Brunelli #2?

Brunelli #2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Brunelli #2?

Brunelli #2 has a dam height of 27 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 Brunelli #2 last inspected?

Brunelli #2 was last inspected on November 15, 1979. 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.