Cozzens
Key Takeaway
Cozzens is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01863 |
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
LEON COZZENS,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cozzens?
Cozzens 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 Cozzens?
Cozzens is owned by LEON COZZENS, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cozzens built?
Cozzens was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Cozzens?
Cozzens 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 Cozzens?
Cozzens has a dam height of 17 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 Cozzens last inspected?
Cozzens was last inspected on December 12, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.