Haxton Diversion

LITTLE COTTONWOOD CK-TR· Moffat, Colorado· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Haxton Diversion is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,300 cfs
NID IDCO02985

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: October 28, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

NORMAN G & MARLENE A BLACKWELL REV LIVING TRUST (B

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haxton Diversion?

Haxton 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 Haxton Diversion?

Haxton Diversion is owned by NORMAN G & MARLENE A BLACKWELL REV LIVING TRUST (B (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Haxton Diversion?

Haxton Diversion 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 Haxton Diversion?

Haxton Diversion has a dam height of 15 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 Haxton Diversion last inspected?

Haxton Diversion was last inspected on October 28, 2016. 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.