Bull Creek #5
Key Takeaway
Bull Creek #5 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 381 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00947 |
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
BULL CREEK RES. CO. (GROO, JOHN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bull Creek #5?
Bull Creek #5 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 Creek #5?
Bull Creek #5 is owned by BULL CREEK RES. CO. (GROO, JOHN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bull Creek #5 built?
Bull Creek #5 was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Creek #5?
Bull Creek #5 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bull Creek #5?
Bull Creek #5 has a dam height of 26 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 Creek #5 last inspected?
Bull Creek #5 was last inspected on June 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.