Frederick
Key Takeaway
Frederick is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 6,862 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1892 (134 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00220 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF FREDERICK (WATSON, P.E., SARAH)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frederick?
Frederick is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Frederick?
Frederick is owned by TOWN OF FREDERICK (WATSON, P.E., SARAH) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frederick built?
Frederick was completed in 1892, making it 134 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 Frederick?
Frederick serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frederick?
Frederick has a dam height of 19 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 Frederick last inspected?
Frederick was last inspected on October 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.