Florence North Res. No. 2
Key Takeaway
Florence North Res. No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,129 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | CO02981 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF FLORENCE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Florence North Res. No. 2?
Florence North Res. No. 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Florence North Res. No. 2?
Florence North Res. No. 2 is owned by CITY OF FLORENCE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Florence North Res. No. 2 built?
Florence North Res. No. 2 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Florence North Res. No. 2?
Florence North Res. No. 2 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 Florence North Res. No. 2?
Florence North Res. No. 2 has a dam height of 25 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 Florence North Res. No. 2 last inspected?
Florence North Res. No. 2 was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.