Goose Pasture Tarn
Key Takeaway
Goose Pasture Tarn is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 57 ft (taller than 90.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 812 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 42 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00663 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF BRECKENRIDGE (LAURA LYNCH)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goose Pasture Tarn?
Goose Pasture Tarn is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Goose Pasture Tarn?
Goose Pasture Tarn is owned by TOWN OF BRECKENRIDGE (LAURA LYNCH) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goose Pasture Tarn built?
Goose Pasture Tarn was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Goose Pasture Tarn?
Goose Pasture Tarn serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goose Pasture Tarn?
Goose Pasture Tarn has a dam height of 57 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 Goose Pasture Tarn last inspected?
Goose Pasture Tarn was last inspected on April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.