Hoagland #1

ELLIOTT CREEK· Summit, Colorado· Built 1910· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hoagland #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage628 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge6,256 cfs
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
Year Modified1986
NID IDCO00877

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: August 2, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

LAZY SHAMROCK RANCH (SEAN FLANIGAN)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hoagland #1?

Hoagland #1 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 Hoagland #1?

Hoagland #1 is owned by LAZY SHAMROCK RANCH (SEAN FLANIGAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hoagland #1 built?

Hoagland #1 was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Hoagland #1?

Hoagland #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hoagland #1?

Hoagland #1 has a dam height of 34 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 Hoagland #1 last inspected?

Hoagland #1 was last inspected on August 2, 2004. 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.