Holbrook
Key Takeaway
Holbrook is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,168 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 660 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | CO01835 |
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
HOLBROOK MUTUAL IRR. CO. (JEREMY DUTTON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holbrook?
Holbrook 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 Holbrook?
Holbrook is owned by HOLBROOK MUTUAL IRR. CO. (JEREMY DUTTON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holbrook built?
Holbrook was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Holbrook?
Holbrook 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 Holbrook?
Holbrook has a dam height of 25 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 Holbrook last inspected?
Holbrook was last inspected on April 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.