Gagliardi, Mike
Key Takeaway
Gagliardi, Mike is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 49 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00536 |
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
RALPH GAGLIARDI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gagliardi, Mike?
Gagliardi, Mike 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 Gagliardi, Mike?
Gagliardi, Mike is owned by RALPH GAGLIARDI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gagliardi, Mike built?
Gagliardi, Mike was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Gagliardi, Mike?
Gagliardi, Mike 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 Gagliardi, Mike?
Gagliardi, Mike has a dam height of 18 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 Gagliardi, Mike last inspected?
Gagliardi, Mike was last inspected on November 14, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.