Castle #4
Key Takeaway
Castle #4 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00766 |
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
PEARL LAKE TROUT CLUB, INC. (LEROY CANNON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Castle #4?
Castle #4 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 Castle #4?
Castle #4 is owned by PEARL LAKE TROUT CLUB, INC. (LEROY CANNON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Castle #4 built?
Castle #4 was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Castle #4?
Castle #4 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Castle #4?
Castle #4 has a dam height of 14 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 Castle #4 last inspected?
Castle #4 was last inspected on June 27, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.