Fred Pauls Detention #1
Key Takeaway
Fred Pauls Detention #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00761 |
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
NEIL ALLEN
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fred Pauls Detention #1?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 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 Pauls Detention #1?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 is owned by NEIL ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Pauls Detention #1 built?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pauls Detention #1?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fred Pauls Detention #1?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 has a dam height of 20 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 Pauls Detention #1 last inspected?
Fred Pauls Detention #1 was last inspected on March 5, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.