Flood Control Basin No. 1
Key Takeaway
Flood Control Basin No. 1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 653 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 57 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,395 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02905 |
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
CITY OF FORT COLLINS (GROVES, DOUG)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Flood Control Basin No. 1?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 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 Flood Control Basin No. 1?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 is owned by CITY OF FORT COLLINS (GROVES, DOUG) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flood Control Basin No. 1 built?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Flood Control Basin No. 1?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Flood Control Basin No. 1?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Flood Control Basin No. 1 last inspected?
Flood Control Basin No. 1 was last inspected on August 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.