Bull Run Creek
Key Takeaway
Bull Run Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 638 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02594 |
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
SPR-LLC (MITCHELL, DUDLEY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bull Run Creek?
Bull Run Creek 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 Bull Run Creek?
Bull Run Creek is owned by SPR-LLC (MITCHELL, DUDLEY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bull Run Creek built?
Bull Run Creek was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Run Creek?
Bull Run Creek 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 Bull Run Creek?
Bull Run Creek 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 Run Creek last inspected?
Bull Run Creek was last inspected on May 26, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.