Dickinson Irrigation
Key Takeaway
Dickinson Irrigation is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 569 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,153 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1962 |
| NID ID | CO00381 |
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
JOHNSON, JAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dickinson Irrigation?
Dickinson Irrigation 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 Dickinson Irrigation?
Dickinson Irrigation is owned by JOHNSON, JAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dickinson Irrigation built?
Dickinson Irrigation was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Dickinson Irrigation?
Dickinson Irrigation 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 Dickinson Irrigation?
Dickinson Irrigation has a dam height of 20 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 Dickinson Irrigation last inspected?
Dickinson Irrigation was last inspected on December 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.