Crawford
Key Takeaway
Crawford is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 162 ft (taller than 98.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 406 acres |
| Drainage Area | 52 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00556 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crawford?
Crawford 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 Crawford?
Crawford is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crawford built?
Crawford was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Crawford?
Crawford 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 Crawford?
Crawford has a dam height of 162 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 Crawford last inspected?
Crawford was last inspected on July 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.