Fred Decamp
Key Takeaway
Fred Decamp is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00952 |
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
CHARLES NICHOLS JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fred Decamp?
Fred Decamp 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 Fred Decamp?
Fred Decamp is owned by CHARLES NICHOLS JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Decamp built?
Fred Decamp was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Fred Decamp?
Fred Decamp serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fred Decamp?
Fred Decamp has a dam height of 14 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 Fred Decamp last inspected?
Fred Decamp was last inspected on August 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.