Dawson
Key Takeaway
Dawson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,219 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00890 |
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
MARTIN AZCARRAGA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dawson?
Dawson 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 Dawson?
Dawson is owned by MARTIN AZCARRAGA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dawson built?
Dawson was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Dawson?
Dawson 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 Dawson?
Dawson 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 Dawson last inspected?
Dawson was last inspected on August 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.