Erickson
Key Takeaway
Erickson is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 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 | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,574 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,973 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | CO02874 |
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
ART GUTTERSEN,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Erickson?
Erickson 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 Erickson?
Erickson is owned by ART GUTTERSEN, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erickson built?
Erickson was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Erickson?
Erickson 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 Erickson?
Erickson has a dam height of 21 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 Erickson last inspected?
Erickson was last inspected on December 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.