Bull Basin #2
Key Takeaway
Bull Basin #2 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00914 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bull Basin #2?
Bull Basin #2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bull Basin #2?
Bull Basin #2 is owned by UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bull Basin #2 built?
Bull Basin #2 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Bull Basin #2?
Bull Basin #2 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 Bull Basin #2?
Bull Basin #2 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 Bull Basin #2 last inspected?
Bull Basin #2 was last inspected on June 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.