Clyde
Key Takeaway
Clyde is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1903 (123 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01699 |
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
LONE CREEK LAND COMPANY (LAUGHLIN, CHRIS)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clyde?
Clyde 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 Clyde?
Clyde is owned by LONE CREEK LAND COMPANY (LAUGHLIN, CHRIS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clyde built?
Clyde was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Clyde?
Clyde serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clyde?
Clyde has a dam height of 25 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 Clyde last inspected?
Clyde was last inspected on September 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.