Fooses
Key Takeaway
Fooses is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 68.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 218 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 592 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02450 |
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
XCEL ENERGY
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fooses?
Fooses 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 Fooses?
Fooses is owned by XCEL ENERGY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fooses built?
Fooses was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Fooses?
Fooses serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fooses?
Fooses has a dam height of 31 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 Fooses last inspected?
Fooses was last inspected on September 13, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.