Fairmount Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Fairmount Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 5,538 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 981 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 57 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02751 |
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
CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL WATER CO. (ROBERTS, JAROD)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Fairmount Reservoir?
Fairmount Reservoir 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 Fairmount Reservoir?
Fairmount Reservoir is owned by CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL WATER CO. (ROBERTS, JAROD) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairmount Reservoir built?
Fairmount Reservoir was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Fairmount Reservoir?
Fairmount Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairmount Reservoir?
Fairmount Reservoir has a dam height of 35 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 Fairmount Reservoir last inspected?
Fairmount Reservoir was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.