Himmelland
Key Takeaway
Himmelland is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,223 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00679 |
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
LOST LAKES RANCH LLC (ERNEMANN, ANDREW)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Himmelland?
Himmelland 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 Himmelland?
Himmelland is owned by LOST LAKES RANCH LLC (ERNEMANN, ANDREW) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Himmelland built?
Himmelland was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Himmelland?
Himmelland serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Himmelland?
Himmelland 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 Himmelland last inspected?
Himmelland was last inspected on December 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.