Hodgson-Harris
Key Takeaway
Hodgson-Harris is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | CO02789 |
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
BOULDER COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE (ALEXANDER, RO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hodgson-Harris?
Hodgson-Harris 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 Hodgson-Harris?
Hodgson-Harris is owned by BOULDER COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE (ALEXANDER, RO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hodgson-Harris built?
Hodgson-Harris was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Hodgson-Harris?
Hodgson-Harris serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hodgson-Harris?
Hodgson-Harris has a dam height of 23 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 Hodgson-Harris last inspected?
Hodgson-Harris was last inspected on February 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.