Crowner

CROWNER CREEK· Routt, Colorado· Built 1904· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Crowner is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO)
Dam Length328 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge96 cfs
Year Completed1904 (122 years old)
NID IDCO00891

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

EARL CROWNER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crowner?

Crowner 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 Crowner?

Crowner is owned by EARL CROWNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crowner built?

Crowner was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Crowner?

Crowner 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 Crowner?

Crowner has a dam height of 18 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 Crowner last inspected?

Crowner was last inspected on January 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.