Hardesty
Key Takeaway
Hardesty is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 326 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,052 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01875 |
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
MILTON FOSDICK
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hardesty?
Hardesty 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 Hardesty?
Hardesty is owned by MILTON FOSDICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardesty built?
Hardesty was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Hardesty?
Hardesty serves the following purposes: 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 Hardesty?
Hardesty has a dam height of 25 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 Hardesty last inspected?
Hardesty was last inspected on March 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.