Hermit #1
Key Takeaway
Hermit #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1889 and is 137 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 749 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 423 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,157 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1889 (137 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00979 |
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
HERMIT LAKES RECREATION CLUB (LARSEN, BILL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hermit #1?
Hermit #1 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 Hermit #1?
Hermit #1 is owned by HERMIT LAKES RECREATION CLUB (LARSEN, BILL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hermit #1 built?
Hermit #1 was completed in 1889, making it 137 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 Hermit #1?
Hermit #1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hermit #1?
Hermit #1 has a dam height of 13 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 Hermit #1 last inspected?
Hermit #1 was last inspected on July 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.