Caverly
Key Takeaway
Caverly is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01986 |
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
FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Caverly?
Caverly 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 Caverly?
Caverly is owned by FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caverly built?
Caverly was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Caverly?
Caverly 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 Caverly?
Caverly has a dam height of 10 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 Caverly last inspected?
Caverly was last inspected on April 5, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.