E. G. Merritt
Key Takeaway
E. G. Merritt is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 572 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02197 |
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
DR. E. G. MERRITT (FLOYD FRANKLIN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of E. G. Merritt?
E. G. Merritt 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 E. G. Merritt?
E. G. Merritt is owned by DR. E. G. MERRITT (FLOYD FRANKLIN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was E. G. Merritt built?
E. G. Merritt was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 E. G. Merritt?
E. G. Merritt 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 E. G. Merritt?
E. G. Merritt has a dam height of 17 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 E. G. Merritt last inspected?
E. G. Merritt was last inspected on February 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.