Colby Horse Park
Key Takeaway
Colby Horse Park is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 734 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 471 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00948 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEON LAKE DITCH & RES. COMPANY (WALKER, JOHN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colby Horse Park?
Colby Horse Park is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Colby Horse Park?
Colby Horse Park is owned by LEON LAKE DITCH & RES. COMPANY (WALKER, JOHN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Colby Horse Park built?
Colby Horse Park was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Colby Horse Park?
Colby Horse Park 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 Colby Horse Park?
Colby Horse Park has a dam height of 23 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 Colby Horse Park last inspected?
Colby Horse Park was last inspected on August 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.