Greenview

FOUNTAIN CREEK-TR· Pueblo, Colorado· Built 1870· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Greenview is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO)
Dam Length1,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge510 cfs
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)
NID IDCO00905

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 8, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

ANNA WILLIAMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greenview?

Greenview 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 Greenview?

Greenview is owned by ANNA WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greenview built?

Greenview was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Greenview?

Greenview serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Greenview?

Greenview has a dam height of 8 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 Greenview last inspected?

Greenview was last inspected on March 8, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.