Burg

FISH CREEK· Mesa, Colorado· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Burg is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage224 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,345 cfs
Year Modified2022
NID IDCO00283

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: October 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

KEELING LAND AND CATTLE LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burg?

Burg 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 Burg?

Burg is owned by KEELING LAND AND CATTLE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Burg?

Burg serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Burg?

Burg has a dam height of 18 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 Burg last inspected?

Burg was last inspected on October 12, 2022. 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.