Brush Hollow
Key Takeaway
Brush Hollow is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 86 ft (taller than 94.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 874 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 168 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,753 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1997 |
| NID ID | CO00458 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DANIELS, SONNY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brush Hollow?
Brush Hollow is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brush Hollow?
Brush Hollow is owned by DANIELS, SONNY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brush Hollow built?
Brush Hollow was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Brush Hollow?
Brush Hollow serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brush Hollow?
Brush Hollow has a dam height of 86 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 Brush Hollow last inspected?
Brush Hollow was last inspected on July 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.