Brunelli
Key Takeaway
Brunelli is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 795 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1961 |
| NID ID | CO00495 |
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
PONDEROSA VALLEY RANCH (BRYAN, SCOTT)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brunelli?
Brunelli 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?
Brunelli is owned by PONDEROSA VALLEY RANCH (BRYAN, SCOTT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brunelli built?
Brunelli was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Brunelli?
Brunelli 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 Brunelli?
Brunelli has a dam height of 25 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 last inspected?
Brunelli was last inspected on September 9, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.