Burgess #1
Key Takeaway
Burgess #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 332 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01793 |
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
SPRING VALLEY PROPERTY OWNERS & REC. CORP.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burgess #1?
Burgess #1 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 Burgess #1?
Burgess #1 is owned by SPRING VALLEY PROPERTY OWNERS & REC. CORP. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burgess #1 built?
Burgess #1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Burgess #1?
Burgess #1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burgess #1?
Burgess #1 has a dam height of 32 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 Burgess #1 last inspected?
Burgess #1 was last inspected on September 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.