Huajatolla Hills
Key Takeaway
Huajatolla Hills is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00510 |
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
ELIZABETH BOYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Huajatolla Hills?
Huajatolla Hills 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 Huajatolla Hills?
Huajatolla Hills is owned by ELIZABETH BOYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huajatolla Hills built?
Huajatolla Hills was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Huajatolla Hills?
Huajatolla Hills serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Huajatolla Hills?
Huajatolla Hills has a dam height of 29 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 Huajatolla Hills last inspected?
Huajatolla Hills was last inspected on July 18, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.