Consolidated
Key Takeaway
Consolidated is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 866 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 272 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00677 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CONSOLIDATED RESERVOIR CO. (DETTERICK, JAMES)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Consolidated?
Consolidated is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Consolidated?
Consolidated is owned by CONSOLIDATED RESERVOIR CO. (DETTERICK, JAMES) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Consolidated built?
Consolidated was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Consolidated?
Consolidated 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 Consolidated?
Consolidated 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 Consolidated last inspected?
Consolidated was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.