Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 401 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02362 |
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
FRONT RANGE INVESTMENT HOLDING
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 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 Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 is owned by FRONT RANGE INVESTMENT HOLDING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 built?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 has a dam height of 18 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 Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 last inspected?
Charles Wilson Detention Dam #1 was last inspected on May 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.