Carlin
Key Takeaway
Carlin is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,146 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02062 |
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
DAVE DECHANT,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carlin?
Carlin 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 Carlin?
Carlin is owned by DAVE DECHANT, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carlin built?
Carlin was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Carlin?
Carlin 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 Carlin?
Carlin has a dam height of 20 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 Carlin last inspected?
Carlin was last inspected on September 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.