Craig #1
Key Takeaway
Craig #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 602 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00298 |
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
JOHN HENDRICKS (SISSON, ALAN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Craig #1?
Craig #1 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 Craig #1?
Craig #1 is owned by JOHN HENDRICKS (SISSON, ALAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Craig #1 built?
Craig #1 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Craig #1?
Craig #1 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 Craig #1?
Craig #1 has a dam height of 32 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 Craig #1 last inspected?
Craig #1 was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.