Divide
Key Takeaway
Divide is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1879 and is 147 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1879 (147 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01206 |
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
DIETZLER RANCH AND CATTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Divide?
Divide 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 Divide?
Divide is owned by DIETZLER RANCH AND CATTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Divide built?
Divide was completed in 1879, making it 147 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 Divide?
Divide serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Divide?
Divide has a dam height of 8 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 Divide last inspected?
Divide was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.