German #8 and 9
Key Takeaway
German #8 and 9 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1886 and is 140 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1886 (140 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01118 |
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
JEAN J. JACOBUCCI (PAUL JACOBUCCI)
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of German #8 and 9?
German #8 and 9 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 German #8 and 9?
German #8 and 9 is owned by JEAN J. JACOBUCCI (PAUL JACOBUCCI) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was German #8 and 9 built?
German #8 and 9 was completed in 1886, making it 140 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 German #8 and 9?
German #8 and 9 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is German #8 and 9?
German #8 and 9 has a dam height of 7 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 German #8 and 9 last inspected?
German #8 and 9 was last inspected on September 30, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.