Empire (Outlet Embankment)
Key Takeaway
Empire (Outlet Embankment) is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,616 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00009 |
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
BIJOU IRRIGATION CO. (BROWNELL, JILL)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Empire (Outlet Embankment)?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) 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 Empire (Outlet Embankment)?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) is owned by BIJOU IRRIGATION CO. (BROWNELL, JILL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Empire (Outlet Embankment) built?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Empire (Outlet Embankment)?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Empire (Outlet Embankment)?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) has a dam height of 34 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 Empire (Outlet Embankment) last inspected?
Empire (Outlet Embankment) was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.