Dugger
Key Takeaway
Dugger is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,127 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00600 |
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
CITY OF DELTA (CAUDLE, CASEY)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dugger?
Dugger 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 Dugger?
Dugger is owned by CITY OF DELTA (CAUDLE, CASEY) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dugger built?
Dugger was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Dugger?
Dugger serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dugger?
Dugger has a dam height of 25 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 Dugger last inspected?
Dugger was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.