Buckhorn Lake #2
Key Takeaway
Buckhorn Lake #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1884 and is 142 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 299 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 385 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1884 (142 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01752 |
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
BUCKHORN MOUNTAIN RANCH (ROBERT, PULLIAM)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckhorn Lake #2?
Buckhorn Lake #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 Buckhorn Lake #2?
Buckhorn Lake #2 is owned by BUCKHORN MOUNTAIN RANCH (ROBERT, PULLIAM) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buckhorn Lake #2 built?
Buckhorn Lake #2 was completed in 1884, making it 142 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 Buckhorn Lake #2?
Buckhorn Lake #2 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 Buckhorn Lake #2?
Buckhorn Lake #2 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 Buckhorn Lake #2 last inspected?
Buckhorn Lake #2 was last inspected on June 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.