Fulton Waste
Key Takeaway
Fulton Waste is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,476 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 330 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02063 |
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
CANNON LAND CO., INC. (CANNON, BROWN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fulton Waste?
Fulton Waste 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 Fulton Waste?
Fulton Waste is owned by CANNON LAND CO., INC. (CANNON, BROWN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fulton Waste built?
Fulton Waste was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Fulton Waste?
Fulton Waste 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 Fulton Waste?
Fulton Waste has a dam height of 26 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 Fulton Waste last inspected?
Fulton Waste was last inspected on June 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.