Cheney
Key Takeaway
Cheney is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 137 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02073 |
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
HARRIS FAMILY TRUST (GLENDA HARRIS, EXECUTOR)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheney?
Cheney 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 Cheney?
Cheney is owned by HARRIS FAMILY TRUST (GLENDA HARRIS, EXECUTOR) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cheney built?
Cheney was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Cheney?
Cheney serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cheney?
Cheney has a dam height of 30 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 Cheney last inspected?
Cheney was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.