Gains
Key Takeaway
Gains is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,121 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,323 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1903 (123 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00904 |
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
JOHN STAHL
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gains?
Gains 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 Gains?
Gains is owned by JOHN STAHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gains built?
Gains was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Gains?
Gains serves the following purposes: 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 Gains?
Gains has a dam height of 14 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 Gains last inspected?
Gains was last inspected on November 15, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.