Foothills Holding Pond
Key Takeaway
Foothills Holding Pond is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02395 |
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
DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
Public Utility
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Foothills Holding Pond?
Foothills Holding Pond 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 Foothills Holding Pond?
Foothills Holding Pond is owned by DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foothills Holding Pond built?
Foothills Holding Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Foothills Holding Pond?
Foothills Holding Pond 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 Foothills Holding Pond?
Foothills Holding Pond 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 Foothills Holding Pond last inspected?
Foothills Holding Pond was last inspected on August 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.