East
Key Takeaway
East is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00267 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East?
East is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates East?
East is owned by AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East built?
East was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 East?
East serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East?
East has a dam height of 18 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 East last inspected?
East was last inspected on March 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.