Buck Pasture
Key Takeaway
Buck Pasture is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02642 |
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
KEITH IVINS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Buck Pasture?
Buck Pasture 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 Buck Pasture?
Buck Pasture is owned by KEITH IVINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buck Pasture built?
Buck Pasture was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Buck Pasture?
Buck Pasture 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 Buck Pasture?
Buck Pasture has a dam height of 30 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 Buck Pasture last inspected?
Buck Pasture was last inspected on October 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.