Cedar Springs
Key Takeaway
Cedar Springs is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 347 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01767 |
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
CEDAR SPRINGS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION (CHRIS BROCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs 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 Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs is owned by CEDAR SPRINGS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION (CHRIS BROCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Springs built?
Cedar Springs was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs has a dam height of 34 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 Cedar Springs last inspected?
Cedar Springs was last inspected on October 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.