Fairplay
Key Takeaway
Fairplay is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01794 |
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
STATE OF COLO. DEPT. NAT. RES.
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fairplay?
Fairplay 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 Fairplay?
Fairplay is owned by STATE OF COLO. DEPT. NAT. RES. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairplay built?
Fairplay was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Fairplay?
Fairplay serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairplay?
Fairplay has a dam height of 10 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 Fairplay last inspected?
Fairplay was last inspected on October 21, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.