Coon Creek #3
Key Takeaway
Coon Creek #3 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00893 |
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
NICHOLS, SHAWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coon Creek #3?
Coon Creek #3 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 Coon Creek #3?
Coon Creek #3 is owned by NICHOLS, SHAWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coon Creek #3 built?
Coon Creek #3 was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Coon Creek #3?
Coon Creek #3 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 Coon Creek #3?
Coon Creek #3 has a dam height of 14 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 Coon Creek #3 last inspected?
Coon Creek #3 was last inspected on July 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.