Haymes Storage
Key Takeaway
Haymes Storage is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1887 and is 139 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1887 (139 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02430 |
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
Fort Carson
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Haymes Storage?
Haymes Storage 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 Haymes Storage?
Haymes Storage is owned by Fort Carson (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haymes Storage built?
Haymes Storage was completed in 1887, making it 139 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 Haymes Storage?
Haymes Storage serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Haymes Storage?
Haymes Storage has a dam height of 20 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 Haymes Storage last inspected?
Haymes Storage was last inspected on May 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.