Hawxhurst
Key Takeaway
Hawxhurst is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 292 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00958 |
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
LARAMIE ENERGY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hawxhurst?
Hawxhurst 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 Hawxhurst?
Hawxhurst is owned by LARAMIE ENERGY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawxhurst built?
Hawxhurst was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Hawxhurst?
Hawxhurst 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 Hawxhurst?
Hawxhurst has a dam height of 24 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 Hawxhurst last inspected?
Hawxhurst was last inspected on June 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.