Crown Hill Cemetery
Key Takeaway
Crown Hill Cemetery is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,132 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 373 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01247 |
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
CROWN HILL CEMETERY (BRATTEN, WADE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crown Hill Cemetery?
Crown Hill Cemetery 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 Crown Hill Cemetery?
Crown Hill Cemetery is owned by CROWN HILL CEMETERY (BRATTEN, WADE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crown Hill Cemetery built?
Crown Hill Cemetery was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Crown Hill Cemetery?
Crown Hill Cemetery 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 Crown Hill Cemetery?
Crown Hill Cemetery has a dam height of 9 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 Crown Hill Cemetery last inspected?
Crown Hill Cemetery was last inspected on July 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.