Hertha
Key Takeaway
Hertha is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 116 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,336 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | CO00164 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HANDY DITCH CO. (JEREMY YOUNG)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hertha?
Hertha is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hertha?
Hertha is owned by HANDY DITCH CO. (JEREMY YOUNG) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hertha built?
Hertha was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Hertha?
Hertha 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 Hertha?
Hertha has a dam height of 32 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 Hertha last inspected?
Hertha was last inspected on July 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.