Hayden Raw Water Ponds
Key Takeaway
Hayden Raw Water Ponds is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 4,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01012 |
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
XCEL ENERGY - HAYDEN STATION (STEWART, MARK)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Hayden Raw Water Ponds?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds 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 Hayden Raw Water Ponds?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds is owned by XCEL ENERGY - HAYDEN STATION (STEWART, MARK) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hayden Raw Water Ponds built?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Hayden Raw Water Ponds?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hayden Raw Water Ponds?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds 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 Hayden Raw Water Ponds last inspected?
Hayden Raw Water Ponds was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.