Highland #2 (North)
Key Takeaway
Highland #2 (North) is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1881 and is 145 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 78.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 5,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 178 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1881 (145 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1927 |
| NID ID | CO02829 |
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
HIGHLAND DITCH COMPANY (WADE GONZALES)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Highland #2 (North)?
Highland #2 (North) 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 Highland #2 (North)?
Highland #2 (North) is owned by HIGHLAND DITCH COMPANY (WADE GONZALES) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highland #2 (North) built?
Highland #2 (North) was completed in 1881, making it 145 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 Highland #2 (North)?
Highland #2 (North) serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Highland #2 (North)?
Highland #2 (North) has a dam height of 37 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 Highland #2 (North) last inspected?
Highland #2 (North) was last inspected on June 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.