Bullfrog

ROUBIDEAU CREEK-TR· Montrose, Colorado· Built 1948· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bullfrog is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 78.2% in CO)
Dam Length357 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge273 cfs
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
NID IDCO00468

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 16, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

DAVIS, HANK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bullfrog?

Bullfrog 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 Bullfrog?

Bullfrog is owned by DAVIS, HANK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bullfrog built?

Bullfrog was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Bullfrog?

Bullfrog 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 Bullfrog?

Bullfrog has a dam height of 37 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 Bullfrog last inspected?

Bullfrog was last inspected on July 16, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.