Dixon
Key Takeaway
Dixon is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02256 |
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
EAGLE LAKE HOA (PETERSON, TOM)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dixon?
Dixon 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 Dixon?
Dixon is owned by EAGLE LAKE HOA (PETERSON, TOM) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dixon built?
Dixon was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Dixon?
Dixon 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 Dixon?
Dixon has a dam height of 6 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 Dixon last inspected?
Dixon was last inspected on June 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.