De France
Key Takeaway
De France is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1883 and is 143 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1883 (143 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01182 |
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
FRED WEISS,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of De France?
De France 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 De France?
De France is owned by FRED WEISS, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was De France built?
De France was completed in 1883, making it 143 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 De France?
De France serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is De France?
De France has a dam height of 15 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 De France last inspected?
De France was last inspected on June 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.