Hook

SPRUCE CREEK· Fremont, Colorado· Built 1903· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hook is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO)
Dam Length282 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs
Year Completed1903 (123 years old)
Year Modified2007
NID IDCO02052

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: June 30, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

JON MILLER,

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hook?

Hook 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 Hook?

Hook is owned by JON MILLER, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hook built?

Hook was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Hook?

Hook serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Hook?

Hook has a dam height of 30 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 Hook last inspected?

Hook was last inspected on June 30, 2021. 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.