Grand Valley Diversion
Key Takeaway
Grand Valley Diversion is classified as low hazard in Colorado.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| NID ID | CO02953 |
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
U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Grand Valley Diversion?
Grand Valley Diversion 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 Grand Valley Diversion?
Grand Valley Diversion is owned by U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Grand Valley Diversion?
Grand Valley Diversion has a dam height of 14 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.