Citizens
Key Takeaway
Citizens is classified as low hazard in Colorado.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| NID ID | CO02974 |
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
TOWN OF OLATHE
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Citizens?
Citizens 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 Citizens?
Citizens is owned by TOWN OF OLATHE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Citizens?
Citizens 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 Citizens last inspected?
Citizens was last inspected on October 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.