Buckley Dam
Key Takeaway
Buckley Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 72.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01294 |
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
RUSSO, JEANETTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam 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 Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam is owned by RUSSO, JEANETTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buckley Dam built?
Buckley Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buckley Dam?
Buckley Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Buckley Dam last inspected?
Buckley Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.