Hurst
Key Takeaway
Hurst is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 213 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02085 |
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
RONALD E. MCCOY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hurst?
Hurst 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 Hurst?
Hurst is owned by RONALD E. MCCOY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hurst built?
Hurst was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hurst?
Hurst serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hurst?
Hurst has a dam height of 10 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 Hurst last inspected?
Hurst was last inspected on September 18, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.