Garfield Wildlife Pond
Key Takeaway
Garfield Wildlife Pond is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02943 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET)
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Garfield Wildlife Pond?
Garfield Wildlife Pond 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 Garfield Wildlife Pond?
Garfield Wildlife Pond is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET) (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garfield Wildlife Pond built?
Garfield Wildlife Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Garfield Wildlife Pond?
Garfield Wildlife Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Garfield Wildlife Pond?
Garfield Wildlife Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Garfield Wildlife Pond last inspected?
Garfield Wildlife Pond was last inspected on June 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.