Fox Acres #2
Key Takeaway
Fox Acres #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 551 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02200 |
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
FOX ACRES COUNTRY CLUB (CARTER, TED)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Acres #2?
Fox Acres #2 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 Fox Acres #2?
Fox Acres #2 is owned by FOX ACRES COUNTRY CLUB (CARTER, TED) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox Acres #2 built?
Fox Acres #2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Fox Acres #2?
Fox Acres #2 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fox Acres #2?
Fox Acres #2 has a dam height of 29 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 Fox Acres #2 last inspected?
Fox Acres #2 was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.