Curr
Key Takeaway
Curr is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 68.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 706 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,446 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1971 |
| NID ID | CO00412 |
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
CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN RESORT AND COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Curr?
Curr 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 Curr?
Curr is owned by CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN RESORT AND COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curr built?
Curr was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Curr?
Curr serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Curr?
Curr has a dam height of 31 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 Curr last inspected?
Curr was last inspected on March 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.