Case #3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Case #3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02287 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Case #3 Dam?
Case #3 Dam 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 Case #3 Dam?
Case #3 Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Case #3 Dam built?
Case #3 Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Case #3 Dam?
Case #3 Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Case #3 Dam?
Case #3 Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Case #3 Dam last inspected?
Case #3 Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.