Hitti Gravel Pit

Archuleta, Colorado· Built 2013· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hitti Gravel Pit is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage350 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2013 (13 years old)
Year Modified2013
NID IDCO02987

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 17, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

HITTI, MIKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hitti Gravel Pit?

Hitti Gravel Pit 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 Hitti Gravel Pit?

Hitti Gravel Pit is owned by HITTI, MIKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hitti Gravel Pit built?

Hitti Gravel Pit was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Hitti Gravel Pit?

Hitti Gravel Pit serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hitti Gravel Pit?

Hitti Gravel Pit has a dam height of 12 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 Hitti Gravel Pit last inspected?

Hitti Gravel Pit was last inspected on May 17, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.