Gayno
Key Takeaway
Gayno is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 799 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,474 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01044 |
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
SODA CREEK PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC. (CASTRO, DUSTIN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gayno?
Gayno 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 Gayno?
Gayno is owned by SODA CREEK PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC. (CASTRO, DUSTIN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gayno built?
Gayno was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Gayno?
Gayno serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gayno?
Gayno has a dam height of 29 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 Gayno last inspected?
Gayno was last inspected on July 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.