Fruita #1
Key Takeaway
Fruita #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 86.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | CO00076 |
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
CITY OF FRUITA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fruita #1?
Fruita #1 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 Fruita #1?
Fruita #1 is owned by CITY OF FRUITA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fruita #1 built?
Fruita #1 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Fruita #1?
Fruita #1 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 Fruita #1?
Fruita #1 has a dam height of 47 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 Fruita #1 last inspected?
Fruita #1 was last inspected on August 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.