Ginger Quill
Key Takeaway
Ginger Quill is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 68.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00991 |
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
GINGER QUILL RANCH CORP. (AL WHITE)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ginger Quill?
Ginger Quill 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 Ginger Quill?
Ginger Quill is owned by GINGER QUILL RANCH CORP. (AL WHITE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ginger Quill built?
Ginger Quill was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Ginger Quill?
Ginger Quill serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Ginger Quill?
Ginger Quill has a dam height of 31 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 Ginger Quill last inspected?
Ginger Quill was last inspected on January 1, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.