Higgins
Key Takeaway
Higgins is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1893 and is 133 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 224 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1893 (133 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01123 |
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
HUNT, WILLIAM (WILLIAM HUNT)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Higgins?
Higgins 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 Higgins?
Higgins is owned by HUNT, WILLIAM (WILLIAM HUNT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higgins built?
Higgins was completed in 1893, making it 133 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 Higgins?
Higgins 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 Higgins?
Higgins has a dam height of 8 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.