Chester Wieser Ec #1
Key Takeaway
Chester Wieser Ec #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01309 |
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
DEAN WIESER,
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chester Wieser Ec #1?
Chester Wieser Ec #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 Chester Wieser Ec #1?
Chester Wieser Ec #1 is owned by DEAN WIESER, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chester Wieser Ec #1 built?
Chester Wieser Ec #1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Chester Wieser Ec #1?
Chester Wieser Ec #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chester Wieser Ec #1?
Chester Wieser Ec #1 has a dam height of 24 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 Chester Wieser Ec #1 last inspected?
Chester Wieser Ec #1 was last inspected on October 5, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.