Davis
Key Takeaway
Davis is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1886 and is 140 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1886 (140 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | CO01205 |
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
GLADE BAGNELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis?
Davis 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 Davis?
Davis is owned by GLADE BAGNELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis built?
Davis was completed in 1886, making it 140 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 Davis?
Davis 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 Davis?
Davis 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 Davis last inspected?
Davis was last inspected on September 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.