Dover
Key Takeaway
Dover 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 | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,434 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01101 |
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
DIAMOND JR FARMS (JERRY ROUSE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dover?
Dover 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 Dover?
Dover is owned by DIAMOND JR FARMS (JERRY ROUSE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dover built?
Dover 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 Dover?
Dover 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 Dover?
Dover has a dam height of 24 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 Dover last inspected?
Dover was last inspected on April 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.