Carl Sammons Div.
Key Takeaway
Carl Sammons Div. is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00756 |
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
MRS. NORMA PALICIO
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carl Sammons Div.?
Carl Sammons Div. 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 Carl Sammons Div.?
Carl Sammons Div. is owned by MRS. NORMA PALICIO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl Sammons Div. built?
Carl Sammons Div. was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Carl Sammons Div.?
Carl Sammons Div. 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 Carl Sammons Div.?
Carl Sammons Div. has a dam height of 12 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.