Hap

BUFFALO CREEK-OS· Jackson, Colorado· Built 1925· Earth· 8 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hap is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDCO01954

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: August 16, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

MEYRING LIVESTOCK CO. (MEYRING, DANNY)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hap?

Hap 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 Hap?

Hap is owned by MEYRING LIVESTOCK CO. (MEYRING, DANNY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hap built?

Hap was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Hap?

Hap serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hap?

Hap 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 Hap last inspected?

Hap was last inspected on August 16, 1979. 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.