Buffalo
Key Takeaway
Buffalo is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,084 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 476 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 351 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 218 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1955 |
| NID ID | CO02106 |
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
BUFFALO CREEK LAND & CATTLE COMPANY (JOHN ZIEGMAN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo?
Buffalo 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 Buffalo?
Buffalo is owned by BUFFALO CREEK LAND & CATTLE COMPANY (JOHN ZIEGMAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo built?
Buffalo was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Buffalo?
Buffalo serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buffalo?
Buffalo has a dam height of 20 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 Buffalo last inspected?
Buffalo was last inspected on July 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.