Flat Top
Key Takeaway
Flat Top is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 243 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01721 |
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
MOTHERWELL RANCH (ADAMS, ELIZABETH)
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flat Top?
Flat Top 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 Flat Top?
Flat Top is owned by MOTHERWELL RANCH (ADAMS, ELIZABETH) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flat Top built?
Flat Top was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Flat Top?
Flat Top serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Flat Top?
Flat Top 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 Flat Top last inspected?
Flat Top was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.