Edward Madigan Ec #1
Key Takeaway
Edward Madigan Ec #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,243 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00350 |
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
BRETT AXTON (BRETT AXTON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edward Madigan Ec #1?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 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 Edward Madigan Ec #1?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 is owned by BRETT AXTON (BRETT AXTON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edward Madigan Ec #1 built?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Edward Madigan Ec #1?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Edward Madigan Ec #1?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 has a dam height of 22 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 Edward Madigan Ec #1 last inspected?
Edward Madigan Ec #1 was last inspected on February 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.